In a prior post I predicted 100 indictments of President Trump. Solemn federal and state prosecutors were on a roll at the time. Democrat politicians were on the job. Democracy was to be saved. However, indictments have not gone much beyond the 90 count since then. A lull in the action. So when Papa said 100 was an achievable aim, was he wrong? Perhaps not, thanks to Colorado and Maine already declaring him guilty. Other states are poised to also find him guilty of insurrection. I believe it is only fair to wedge insurrection verdicts that assume/presume guilt without due process into the mix of charges. Who needs a formal charge/indictment? (To paraphrase “Treasure Of The Sierra Nevada” who needs a stinking finding?) Of course he is guilty. Like in the “Oxbow Incident” just cut to the chase. It is reasonable to count all such efforts. That is how 100 indictments/charges are achieved. Papa is a visionary.
I don’t have the time to do the research but I’d bet Trump has set a record. I’m not sure charges against Dillinger, Capone and Bonnie and Clyde combined come close to 90 much less 100. Beware. I also predicted that “piling on” might just make Trump a martyr. The American people historically have demonstrated a sense of fairness. Who knows if voters might favor a criminal in 2024. (Whether a crook by Kafka standards or by an old fashioned trial verdict.) Some Trump supporters may quaintly think due process has a role to play. Trogludytes. The business of saving democracy is too important. However, even Bonnie and Clyde were romaticzied by some despite 13 alleged murders. Of course, those who so despise Trump know in their heart of hearts that Trump’s actions are worse than murder. Papa may not have voted for the man but I can see where many voters will see the democrats’ legal manuvers as a bridge too far. Even voting for a jackass may be viewed as preferable in order to teach that ignoring our constitution is beyond the pale.
Or, perhaps all these astonishing legal shenanigans will dissipate when Trump actually becomes the Republican nominee. He may be the only candidate Biden can defeat. 90 plus charges provide a ton of talking points to scare the pants off voters. How can one person do so many bad things in such a short time? Save us, please. It’s just possible enough voters will take a deep breath and again vote for a seemingly more moderate alternative. Unless an alternative arises. Stay tuned.