[NautiNurse]

The only good reason to pardon Libby now is to save him the enormous legal costs of filing an appeal. Otherwise, a pardon now would be a negative politically.

I tend to disagree with you. There is a significant personal cost to Libby and his family. This conviction was a political witch hunt.

[kabar]

What are you disagreeing about?

[snugs]

I was pleased and the cynic in surprised how far the VP statement re Libby went.

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I am very disappointed with the verdict. I am saddened for Scooter and his family. As I have said before, Scooter has served our nation tirelessly and with great distinction through many years of public service.

Since his legal team has announced that he is seeking a new trial and, if necessary, pursuing an appeal, I plan to have no further comment on the merits of this matter until these proceedings are concluded. """