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The reluctance of major Democratic figures—such as Governors Gretchen Whitmer, J.B. Pritzker, and Gavin Newsom—to comment on this issue speaks volumes about the current state of the party. Their silence can be interpreted as a strategic move; commenting on Biden’s pardon may not yield political gains as they seek to maintain their own standing within the party and avoid the repercussions of alienating their base.
As political dynamics shift, the reluctance of these potential candidates to engage with the issues at hand demonstrates a keen awareness of the complex electoral landscape. They may see such discussions not as a path to success but rather as a minefield that could jeopardize their political aspirations.