President Obama on Monday pardoned 78 people and commuted the sentences of 153 others, setting a record for the most acts of clemency by a president on a single day in U.S. history. White House Counsel Neil Eggleston explained in a statement, “Today’s acts of clemency — and the mercy the President has shown his 1,324 clemency recipients — exemplify his belief that America is a nation of second chances. The 231 individuals granted clemency today have all demonstrated that they are ready to make use — or have already made use — of a second chance.” According to the attorney, Obama to date has commuted … Continue reading Obama Sets Record For Most Clemency Acts In Single Day