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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.4
Why has the usage of Presidential Pardons persisted since the origin of the U.S constitution?
It helps balance state and federal laws.
It reduces prison overcrowding.
It allows Presidents to pardon themselves.
It provides a mechanism for mercy or fairness in individual cases.
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