[Jarhead_22]

Why the defense of Pollard? Is it because he spied for Israel?

If so, can you provide a list of other nations for which it's permissible to ignore security clearance requirements?

Is it because he is an American Jew?

If so, are there any other groups that should get special consideration when they break federal law?

[JohnathanRGalt]

Why the defense of Pollard? Is it because he spied for Israel?

No, it's because he did what was right.

If so, can you provide a list of other nations for which it's permissible to ignore security clearance requirements?

One country comes to mind: The U.S.A.  The Visa Express appears to have been set up to help Saudi citizens ignore security clearance requirements in obtaining visas.  As a result, the head of the State Department's consular service, Mary Ryan, was asked to take an early retirement (at full pension, of course). Perhaps she should be serving life in prison instead of Pollard?

Is it because he is an American Jew?

Why is Pollard being singled out for special punishment?
Is it because he is an American Jew?

If so, are there any other groups that should get special consideration when they break federal law?

Why has Pollard been given special negative consideration?