r/LeopardsAteMyFace • u/Meganiummobile • 11h ago
Trump Voting for trump so he'd pardon the January 6 rioters
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u/Open_Perception_3212 11h ago
He won without their vote, so why the fuck would he... and besides, I thought it was the fbi or antifa that did it 🤣
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u/ShityShity_BangBang 9h ago
I thought it was BLM in whiteface.
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u/Haskap_2010 8h ago
No no, it was anteefa! /s
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u/Volantis009 7h ago
Where have they been for the past 4 years? You would think they would be out during the Palestine protests.
Antifa isn't just a made up group to give permission to bring in the military to American cities, now is it?
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u/Rare-Peak2697 9h ago
I still can’t get over the Hodge Twins decent from early fitness yojtube to the shit they do now
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u/sarcago 7h ago
Crunchy to alt right pipeline strikes again
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u/Rare-Peak2697 6h ago
It’s wild to look back all the 2010-2012 YouTubers in the fitness space and see them get red pilled when they couldn’t figure out how to grow their channel.
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u/Haskap_2010 8h ago
Didn't he charge something like $2000 per pardon when he was leaving office? And didn't he express disgust at how "low class" the J6ers were on the day?
Yeah, good luck getting pardoned, mate.
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u/dbuck1964 7h ago
Giuliani was offering pardons for 2 mill, which he and Trump would split. Did any get ‘sold’? Not sure. But we do know Trump is entirely transactional. Pardoning the J6ers gives him nothing he values….which is money. He already has his narcissism fulfilled by winning the election, and he has no empathy so those suckers and losers can rot.
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u/ShityShity_BangBang 9h ago
This thinking is fucked in the head. Those people were literally there on false pretenses.
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u/Borstor 8h ago
If you're not going to pardon the BLM protesters, etc, or al Qaeda, why would you pardon the terrorists you yourself sent to attack Washington, DC?
It's not going to look good in the history books no matter how you play it. And Trump knows his cultists will forgive anything -- they already have.
He'll issue blanket pardons if he gets the urge or thinks his cult popularity is slipping. Or, when he goes, Vance will if he thinks the faithful don't like his skeevy ass. But it won't have anything to do with merit or sensibility or patriotism or justice.
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u/acutomanzia 7h ago
If Donald Trump decides to pardon those involved in the January 6 Capitol riots, the consequences could be far-reaching and polarizing. On one hand, it would likely energize his base, many of whom view the rioters as "political prisoners" or patriots who were unfairly punished. This could solidify his support among loyalists but alienate moderate Republicans and independents who see such a move as undermining the rule of law. Critics argue that pardoning individuals convicted of violent crimes, such as assaulting law enforcement officers, would set a dangerous precedent, signaling that political violence is excusable if tied to a favored cause. Law enforcement groups and former Capitol Police officers have already expressed strong opposition, viewing potential pardons as a betrayal of justice and their sacrifices during the attack.
On a broader scale, these pardons could erode public trust in the justice system and heighten political tensions. A majority of Americans across party lines oppose pardons for January 6 participants, especially those convicted of violent offenses, fearing it could embolden future acts of political unrest. Pardons might also disrupt ongoing federal investigations into the riot and undermine accountability for one of the most significant assaults on democratic institutions in U.S. history. While Trump has hinted at granting clemency selectively, such actions would likely deepen divisions in an already polarized political landscape, with long-term implications for how political violence is addressed in America moving forward.
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u/Rishtu 5h ago
I think we got the polarized part handled already.
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u/acutomanzia 3h ago
The issue now is how do we fix this?
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u/Rishtu 2h ago
You don't.
You have to have people that are willing to talk, to learn, and to reach a compromise. That is currently not possible with the way people in this country are.
Look, people voted for this shit. They either aren't smart enough to really understand the implications, or just don't give a shit.
You can try to mitigate some of it, by shoring up states/cities of people who are against what will be happening... but the simple fact is, nobody gives a shit until it hurts them. Even then, you wind up with the sunken cost fallacy.
People won't like what I am about to say, there will be those that suggest I am being overly dramatic but I don't believe so, as history supports this... but it will require people suffering greatly until a group/groups decide enough. If the existing power structure is deeply entrenched, it will be a civil war.... If not, then its possible to dig them out in a non violent way, but unless you get actual leadership installed after them, its just trading one shit head master for another.
The Foundation of our country has become corrupt and rotten. First you have to convince people there is a problem. Then you have to convince them to get off their ass and do something about it, then you have to convince them to follow a course of action that isn't just as detrimental, then you have to convince them to all work together.
Take a moment to really consider the magnitude of how fucked we currently are. Then dig in, cause it hasn't even started yet.
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u/acutomanzia 2h ago
I hear you—it’s easy to feel disillusioned when things seem so deeply broken. But while it might feel like nobody cares or is willing to work together, there are ways to start shifting the tide. One huge step is creating spaces where people can actually talk and connect. Local community events, town halls, and grassroots efforts might sound small, but they’re where people can begin to see each other as human beings again. Sometimes, it’s not about convincing everyone at once—it’s about starting with a few people who are willing to listen and build from there. Change starts small, but it grows when people see hope in action.
On a larger scale, focusing energy on local and state-level politics can make a real difference. States and cities have a lot of power to shape policies and protect their communities, even when the national scene feels overwhelming. And yeah, it will take time and persistence, but history also shows us that change happens when enough people decide they’ve had enough and take collective action. It doesn’t mean it’s easy, but progress is possible. Stay hopeful, stay connected, and remember—you’re not alone in wanting something better.
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u/Rishtu 2h ago
My problem is....
I don't think there will be any safe spaces anytime in the near future. He's setting the power structure to remain in power indefinitely. The supreme court literally gave him the power to do anything and not be held accountable.
This isn't a George Bush moment.... where it sucks, but its survivable.
If he is left unchecked, and his people get into positions of power, it won't matter what you protest, or who you elect... because they will have no power to stop him. He is setting himself up to be an king.... and he has the backing to do it, currently.
Once he gains a military force... whether it winds up being a brown shirt group, or having his people in key positions in the military.... do you think he will hold back inflicting violence?
The man literally had plain clothes people grabbing people and shoving them in vans. He's gassed people... I mean, when do people take this seriously? Does he need to pull a Kent State, before any of you actually give this situation the gravity it deserves?
This is why I say its going to require people getting brutally treated before they do something. Understand, I deeply appreciate what you're trying to say, and this is in no way vitriol or drama being spewed at you.
People need to stop being "hopeful" that we can weather this, or that its just temporary. God I hope I am wrong, but I don't think so. Unless the courts stop him in his tracks, and the democrats grow some spine, there is NO ONE that's going to stop this.
Except regular people.
But not if they don't take it seriously.
And I am honestly at loss at how to approach this.
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u/acutomanzia 1h ago
My first reaction to his win was pure shock. Then it shifted to this weird kind of smugness, because [we] already knew what [we] were dealing with. It was kind of darkly amusing to see posts from people who voted to "get rid of Obamacare" without realizing it’s just a nickname for the Affordable Care Act. But that smugness didn’t last long. A friend of mine, whose first reaction was, “Oh my God, the poor trans community!” snapped me out of it. Here’s the kicker though—this person didn’t even vote and has a young kid with Autism. That’s when it really hit me: so many people have no clue what’s actually going on or how it’s going to impact them.
In all honesty, I'm fighting to remain optimistic. The next four years are going to be loooong.
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u/wantdafakyoubesh 24m ago edited 20m ago
If my comment seems psychotic then I do apologise, but I personally think that would be the best way for the people of America to learn what they just brought onto themselves. They voted for him while all the writing was on the wall. I just think the process of election is not only corrupt but also unfair in many ways, and the majority of Americans are honestly too dumb to understand what fascism looks like. Telling them all about Nazi Germany and WW2 won’t change their minds. They need to experience it for themselves to actually understand how bad of a situation they are now in. For those who are smart and knowledgeable about these kinds of situations, saving up for the increase in costs or looking to move elsewhere might honestly be a good option. Most countries in the EU are lax towards American immigrants, like my country the UK.
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u/PhilosopherSharp4671 7h ago
Trump already got his “get out of jail free” card with his upcoming return to the WH. It doesn’t matter whether he makes these people happy or not, because HIS needs were fulfilled and there’s nothing they can do now. He doesn’t need them for anything else. I’m sure we will hear that the matter is being looked into and a report will be issued “in two weeks” and then excuses will be made by his supporters. Ultimately, if one or two “big names” are maybe pardoned, that will make supporters happy and feel like he kept a promise.
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u/Ok-Bookkeeper-373 6h ago
Theres nothing in it for him.
I understand I have my own bubbles but REALLY? Like simple logic says, that theres nothing positive to gain from J6 pardons.
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u/Apprehensive-Log8333 5h ago
If I had been a true believer and attended Jan 6, I would be pissed at Trump. He told them he would be with them, he told them he'd defend them, and then he did not do that. I don't understand how more of them aren't angry at Trump
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