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Auggie

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7. Another opinion, but from a different angle ...

Reply to PoindexterOglethorpe (Reply #3)

Mon Nov 30, 2020, 05:32 AM

Nov 2020

I think it would political suicide for any elected official, especially a California Governor, to show any kind of compassion in this case or the Tate case. I believe this weighs on the decision.

It's clear Van Houten is no longer a threat to society, though her participation was so heinous it's impossible to erase from memory. I try to put myself in the shoes of the LaBianca's and the horror they experienced knowing they were being murdered. Politics or not, Newsome is making the proper decision. It's not about Leslie. It's about Rosemary and Leno.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom reverses parole for Manson follower Leslie Van Houten [View all] RandySF Nov 2020 OP

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I know my opinion doesn't matter, but PoindexterOglethorpe Nov 2020 #3

Another opinion, but from a different angle ... Auggie Nov 2020 #7

And think about it. PoindexterOglethorpe Nov 2020 #8

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Who? Please name other mass murderers who were released Drahthaardogs Nov 2020 #13

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Good for Newsom BannonsLiver Nov 2020 #15

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