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Podcast: Pardon The Insurrection
Episode: Stand Back And Stand By For 22 Years In Prison
Description: Does justice wear a blindfold, or does it peek? The recent sentencing of Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys, for his part in the Capitol attack, throws this question into stark relief. Join us for an intricate exploration of the implications of his 22-year sentence, as we break down the peculiarities of the judge's tendency for downward departures in sentencing and its potential effect on similar crimes.Media, crime, or punishment - which conquers the spotlight? The conspicuous disparities in media coverage of the January 6th sentencing presents an interesting discourse. Particularly, the racial...