[Raycpa]

But the fallout from doing what you suggest might well cost those who wish to succeed Bush, and other candidates, the next election, just as the pardon controversy contributed to Algore's defeat.

i.e., Don't heal on the sabbath.

[EDINVA]

the "Pardon controversey" emerged on Clinton's last day in Office, 01/20/01, when he granted all those pardons immediately before leaving the White House for Bush's swearing in. Gore had already been defeated.