We have written about Leonard Peltier through four Presidents and it finally happened. Joe Biden got at least ONE pardon right.
From CBS NEWS:
Leonard Peltier's release is the right thing to do given the serious and ongoing human rights concerns about the fairness of his trial, his nearly 50 years behind bars, his health and his age," said Paul O'Brien, executive director with Amnesty International USA in a statement. "While we welcome his release from prison, he should not be restricted to home confinement."
Prominent Native American groups like the National Congress of the American Indian have called for Peltier's release for decades, and Amnesty International considered him a political prisoner. Prominent supporters included South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu, civil rights icon Coretta Scott King, actor and director Robert Redford and musicians Pete Seeger, Harry Belafonte and Jackson Browne.
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Leonard Peltier's release is truly a historic and emotional moment—it’s something many have been fighting for over decades, and it’s powerful to see justice finally beginning to prevail. Stories like his remind me how important it is to stay informed and critical of the systems around us, even while managing everyday pressures like schoolwork (which thankfully gets easier with reliable assignment help). Here's hoping this step opens more doors to justice and reform.
Leonard Peltier’s release has been widely welcomed by human rights advocates who have long raised concerns about the fairness of his trial and the conditions of his imprisonment. Amnesty International USA emphasized that after nearly 50 years behind bars, along with his advanced age and declining health, his continued incarceration was unjust. Native American organizations such as the National Congress of the American Indian have advocated for his freedom for decades. Peltier was also regarded as a political prisoner by Amnesty International. His cause drew support from global figures including Desmond Tutu, Coretta Scott King, Robert Redford, Pete Seeger, Harry Belafonte, and Jackson Browne.
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