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Bush's Bizarre Pardon List

Jenny Booth, The Times of London UK. November 25, 2008.

A hip-hop artist and a former Detroit police sergeant are among 16 people to be pardoned or to have their prison sentences commuted by President Bush.

Dear President Bush: Beware the Power of the Pardon

Sen. Russ Feingold, Salon. November 23, 2008.

If he cares about his legacy, Bush should pause before approaching his pardon power with the same lawlessness as he approached his presidency.

Is Obama Serious About Going After Bush Officials Involved in Torture?

Digby, Hullabaloo. November 13, 2008.

A look at Bush, Obama, Congress, and presidential pardons.