First, I learned a much deeper respect for the rule of law. I’m not talking here about our sentencing system — and certainly not the American prison system (more on that later). But my experience with the criminal justice system made me focus on the critical importance of the rule of law — and how stupid I had been to disrespect the law — even for what, at the time, seemed to be a worthy goal.
The rule of law — and due process of law — are, of course, essential components of the system of progressive values. The evolution of civilized society has hinged on the creation of nonviolent methods of dispute resolution that have allowed us to escape a world where “might made right.” That requires the rule of law.
And the progressive commitment to equality also requires that the standards used to resolve disputes arising from each individual’s behavior have to be the same for everyone — standards that are embodied in widely-accepted laws that are approved through democratic procedures.
The rule of law protects us from the arbitrary, capricious, and oppressive use of power. It protects us from unfairness and tyranny.
- Bob Creamer
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/robert-creamer/what-i-learned-when-i-spe_b_408031.html?
Many criminals never stop unless incarcerated or eliminated.
Bob Creamer didn’t learn during incarceration.
“Many criminals never stop unless incarcerated or eliminated.
Bob Creamer didn’t learn during incarceration.”
Considering who he is married to, maybe he wants to go back to prison.
Just sayin’.
I’ve read Creamers writing for years back. He is a flat out totalitarian. There is no other conclusion one can come to after reading the body of his work.
This little contrite missive seems aimed at reducing his parole or something.