The difference between retribution and justice can be argued and most likely will be. For my money, the difference is whether or not the rule of law is followed. The left has opted to use the law when it suits their aims and abandoned it when it conflicts with their agenda. This creates a conflict for those who see the rule of law as the Gold Standard of official conduct.
Although we won the initial battle, (AKA the election), to think that this war of differences is over is delusional. The left has already begun to look to avenues to thwart President elect Trump’s agenda. This goes against the standards of official conduct setting up what is looking to be a major conflict between the left and Trump’s supporters.
Our system of government is set up to be governed by “We the People” under the auspices of a representative Republic, but this does not comport with the aims of the left. They see this as a reason to try to subvert and deny the wishes of the electorate if it does not agree with their twisted agenda.
To say that we are headed for a conflict is an understatement as this will end up being a rough and tumble contest of wills. That unlawful acts have been perpetrated against the American public is not up for discussion, what is up for discussion is whether we citizens are willing to act as lawless as the left, or whether or not we will adhere to the rule of law and civil discourse rather than a tit for tat response. I for one am not amenable to a tit for tat response as it leaves us as vulnerable as the left and its lawless acts.
Rudy Giuliani said that our system of justice uses retribution as a deterrent to unlawful action. To excuse, or otherwise allow egregious acts to go unpunished will only embolden the left to more vicious and unlawful acts. Trey Gowdy has recommended that Trump pardon Hunter Biden when he enters office. To this I say NO!!! The rule of law must apply equally to ALL citizens, regardless of their affiliations or station in life.
The list of miscreants that have abused and or subverted the rule of law is long, but if we are to see our Republic restored to its promise of equality under the law, we must be vigilant and willing to be fair but harsh.
Walt 2024