Hey there! Have you ever made a mistake and wanted a second chance? Well, sometimes adults make mistakes too. Recently, President Joe Biden decided to give some people a fresh start! π
What’s Happening?
President Biden is using his special power called a pardon. This means he’s forgiving some people who did non-violent crimes, like certain drug offenses. He’s also shortening the sentences of others who have been in jail for a long time. This helps them return to their families and start new lives! π β€οΈ
Why is This Important?
Many of these people would have gotten shorter punishments if they were charged today because laws have changed over time. By giving them a second chance, the President is helping to fix old unfairness in the system. βοΈ
Moving Forward
President Biden said he wants to keep helping people who have shown they’re sorry and have changed for the better. This means more families can be together and more people can contribute positively to their communities! πβ¨
Isn’t it cool how forgiveness can make such a big difference? What do you think about giving second chances? π€
Reference(s):
cgtn.com