You Can Do Whatever You Like...

1/21/2025

Photo: Courtesy of the Law Offices of Seth P. Chazin.

Donald Trump, despite having 34 felonious counts of falsifying business records, being held liable for sexual assault, and saying on national television when he was 60 years old that if then, 24-year old Ivanka, wasn't his daughter, he'd be dating her, has assumed the role of President of the United States. On his first day in office, he pardoned 1,500 other felons. Yet, his administration advocates for the mass deportation of immigrants with criminal records and rap and business mogul, Sean "Diddy" Combs, sits in jail with sexual assault allegations looming.

What does this say about accountability and justice? What does this say about consequences for those in power versus mainstream society? Does this set a precedent that people can act without facing repercussions? And how does this shape our perception of fairness and the future of justice in America?

Let's Write!: Do you think there should be different standards of consequences for people in power compared to others? How does this impact your view of fairness in society?

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Colocho J 6B

1/21/2025 11:47:43 am

There are many crimes, the power of individuals, and consequences being made. Considering this type of message I think that people should pay attention to the choices they make for reality and think about what they might leave behind forever. However, it is important to impact in different standards in society to make it whole.

Dilworth Z 6b

1/22/2025 08:56:06 am

they need to take in the actions they made and accept the consequences

William.Z 6B

1/22/2025 02:59:54 pm

they did take action but they fail donald trump just to powerful and they tried to wrongful convicted donald trump

Bronson M, 3A

1/22/2025 11:48:27 am

I agree, consequences of individuals and people in power should be equal. If trump has sexually assaulted someone and Diddy did the same they both should be locked up. Society has different standards and some are more privileged than others which doesn't make everyone equal like the government says we are. It impacts my fairness of society by feeling like a puppet on a string with only a few people controlling them all.

Johnson C 8B

1/23/2025 03:29:55 pm

they did take action but they failed donald trump just to powerful and they tried to wrongful convicted

Flores A, 4A

1/21/2025 03:30:25 pm

I believe, there should be different standards and consequences for those in power compared to other due to the fact that there the people that we look towards during times of need/guidance and if they abuse there power or miss use it for there own gain, it can warm a lot more people and they should know better then to abuse such power. it evens out the fairness since someone with some or very little influence shouldn't be held at the same standard then someone with power and influence.

Dilworth Z 6b

1/22/2025 08:54:44 am

they abuse their power because they know that nothing can happen to them

Williams.Z 6B

1/22/2025 03:16:32 pm

they don't abuse their power that why we have check and balance in order and congress for people don't abuse their power

Kendell D HURRINGTON 4A

1/22/2025 10:43:00 am

This is exactly my concern. So many of those criminals in power are looked up to and idolized by many. They have influence and set the standards for the next generation. So to see someone who sex crimes, business corruption, and etc on their resume of crime is truly concerning. Normal people cant accomplish theas feat of crime nor influence so clearly there should be higher standards for those in power.

Colocho J 6B

1/23/2025 10:14:13 am

They should think of the choices they make so they won´t ruin what they have in their future.

Echeverria D 6B

1/23/2025 11:43:03 am

Holding people in power to higher standards is essential to ensure they use their influence responsibly and ethically. This can help restore trust in institutions and demonstrate that no one is above the law, reinforcing the principle of justice for all

Johnson C 8B

1/23/2025 03:30:17 pm

This can help restore trust in institutions and demonstrate that no one is above the law, reinforcing the principle of justice for all

Teniente J. 1A

1/22/2025 11:09:39 am

Yeah, they should have more awareness for those with a lot of power in there hands because if not, it will be too late to do anything about just like the Trump situation which he is the president that many people can't do much. Having restrictions/justice will better the power.

Bronson M, 3A

1/22/2025 11:43:02 am

I agree, people with power have different standards because that's the way society is. We look up to those with more wealth, fame, and power. Those who are higher up should not abuse their power and help people. Nothing is going to be perfectly fair but people can be held at the same standards and punishments as everyone else.

Echeverria D 6B

1/23/2025 11:41:57 am

I also think that standards and consequences should be differnt his way, we can maintain trust in the justice system and ensure that everyone is held to the same ethical and legal standards.

Thompson D 8B

1/24/2025 10:13:22 pm

I see your point. Leaders with power and influence have a greater responsibility to set an example and use their position for the greater good. When they abuse that power, the impact is far-reaching, so they should face stricter consequences to reflect their role in society. Their actions affect many, and they should be held to a higher standard.

Dilworth Z 6B

1/22/2025 08:53:58 am

there should be same consequences with people in power to people that don´t have the power he shouldn´t be president he abuses his power and takes advantage of how much he can get away with i feel as in if he did the actions he should get real punishment just like anyone else would

Kendell D HURRINGTON 4A

1/22/2025 10:35:21 am

This is very well stated. someones level of power should if anything, hold them to a higher standard in terms of punishment. Thea's are the people who are depended on and trusted to help society, so them being corrupt and evil yet still in powers is simply detestable.

Flores A 4A

1/22/2025 12:37:56 pm

I agree with that he is already taking advantage of his power to even try override birthright citizenship which is insane to me, but I'm sure the powers at be will see how ridiculous that is.

Hayes T 8B

1/23/2025 12:33:09 pm

I feel the same way Trump shouldn't be able to get away with the stuff he does he should be held accountable and get the same treatment as others below him.

Thompson D 8B

1/24/2025 10:12:53 pm

I completely agree. People in power should face the same consequences as anyone else. Abuse of power should never be allowed to go unchecked, and if someone breaks the law, they should face real punishment, regardless of their position. It’s about fairness and holding everyone accountable, no exceptions.

Marin A 4A

1/22/2025 09:46:16 am

It's crazy to say that we have a felon serving our country, with it being his SECOND time. I may sound like a conspiracy nut, but this proves that our country was bought with lies and greed and gave us a man that specializes in the two. With that, the top 3 richest men in the world sat by, proving the amount of control that may now be in their hands. They held a public interview for the Presidents Cabinet nominees. They were all deemed unfit, yet were still not denied, swapped out, or penaltied. As they are quite literally at the top, they have some type of immunity, which is where one would hope 'checks and balances' comes into play. It unfortunately won't when the whole game is his. It's unfair to our people and completely unjustified, nothing but a big show and ego play.

Teniente J. 1A

1/22/2025 11:12:58 am

It really is crazy that we have a president like that which can really harm the United States, but people still decide to vote for him just because of the economy, but not think about social issue instead which will just get worse. We need more establishment on restrictions on who takes an important role in the U.S.A.

Smith Sk 8B

1/23/2025 02:49:49 pm

I agree, dont matter who you are or what power you got everyone should be treated the same.

Presas A 6B

1/24/2025 10:15:44 pm

It's very clear you feel strongly about the state of leadership and fairness in our system.While it;s frustrating to feel that checks and balances aren't working as they should, it's worth exploring how we can hold leaders accountable and push for meaningful change.

Kendell D HURRINGTON 4A

1/22/2025 10:31:36 am

I don't believe that those in power should face different punishments, since if a poor man and a rich man kill someone in cold blood, they are both murderers. But I can understand and even advocate for why the standards of punishment for those in power should be harsher. The scale of damage a mere millionaire can do to people and get away with in comparison to a normal person is inconceivable. Its illogical to try and preach fairness when it comes to holding those in power to tailored standards due to the simple fact that they have more responsibility. Most millionaires don't get to that level from winning the lottery and even those who do, end up making businesses that employ the working class, making them responsible for the humans that serve them and vise-versa. This level of power shouldn't come without proper checks and balances, especially when you are now supporting families, children, and various life funds. So yes I believe there should be new and maybe even strict standards for those in power, and yes, its more than fair.

Torres. C 3/A

1/22/2025 02:17:09 pm

If a poor man kills a rich man, they shall search every nook and cranny to find the man. But if a rich man kills a poor man, he can make sure that he pays his way to make sure no one finds out. This order of justice is not fair.

Divine Ojeh 3A

1/22/2025 02:59:13 pm

I agree, dont matter who you are or what power you got everyone should be treated the same.

Grant Z 4A

1/24/2025 10:12:26 pm

Money and fame should not exclude people from getting the consequences they deserve for whatever actions they did. there are many people going to jail and facing consequences for way less and there’s no question about it or hesitation.

K Knowles 1A

1/24/2025 11:09:27 pm

Exactly whether you have power or not if you guilty of something you did yall both deserve the same w

Curlee A, 4A

1/23/2025 05:46:35 pm

Ideally I would agree with you, but the world (or at least America) is not that simple. Harsher punishment doesn't mean "we will enforce said punishment", what's stopping the rich man who killed someone from buying his way out of it? The integrity of justice has been dismantled and utterly ruined, anyone can do anything if they're rich enough. That to me is the problem, even with Trump. It's not only the fact that he got away with it, but it's the fact people LET him get away with it. True justice cannot exist here, because our integrity and values are fundamentally flawed.

Gonzalez D. 8B

1/24/2025 02:01:58 pm

I agree with you people should still be treated equally no matter the power they hold or the amount of money they have.

K Knowles 1A

1/24/2025 11:10:59 pm

Completely agree no money or power should make people not face they consequences the same way as others

Presas A 6B

1/24/2025 10:20:41 pm

You bring up an important point about fairness and accountability for those in power. It's true that individuals in positions of authority often have a greater impact of society and with that should comes greater responsibility. I agree that a system with stricter standards and better checks and balances is essential to prevent abuses of power.

Bronson M, 3A

1/22/2025 10:57:56 am

There should not be different standards of consequences to those in power compared to others because everyone should be equal. This impacts my view on fairness of society because depending on fame and wealth you might have less repercussions. People use their power if they can and the government is what's letting them do so. There should be more restrictions and the people should have say more then we do.

Torres. C 3/A

1/22/2025 02:15:57 pm

But society has not once been fair to the lower class, but allowing the ones in power to suffer more can send a message of fairness.

Divine Ojeh 3A

1/22/2025 02:58:40 pm

I agree, it defeats the purpose of having a law. They allow powerful people to get away with things which can be unfair for those that are not powerful.

Teniente J. 1A

1/22/2025 11:06:29 am

Every punishment should be equal among the people, but should have more restrictions and codes among the people who have way too much power than those below them. Seeing signs like those with felonies should not be cast aside especially when going into a big role in Unites States. Unless some rules with people have power should receive different punishment, but other than that there is common sense for other laws.

Hayes T 8B

1/23/2025 12:31:06 pm

I agree people with power should definitely have more restrictions then the other people.

Castillo V, 6B

1/23/2025 06:57:47 pm

Yes, maybe those with power should have more restrictions than the ones below them.

Sanchez A 3A

1/24/2025 09:29:08 am

Everyone should have equal punishment, those with more power need to be carefully looked over. Being the president is a big role in the United States and it should not be given to someone who should be serving jail time as he sits in the office.

Grant Z 4A

1/24/2025 10:15:29 pm

Exactly his role is way too important and requires him to make certain decisions for the u S. I don’t know or understand how people are okay with him being in office knowing the crimes he’s committed. No one in ever truly innocent however some things shouldn’t be overlooked or ignored.

Smith R 8B

1/24/2025 01:39:36 pm

I agree, people with power should have restrictions especially when they have had a history of committing crimes.

Gonzalez D. 8B

1/24/2025 02:03:36 pm

I actually agree with you on this, maybe it is better if they have more restrictions so they dont get away with things so easily.

Malvaez M 1A

1/24/2025 03:01:37 pm

People should face the same punishment because they did the same crime no matter your status or money. Neither person should face a less or more severe punishment and should be seen as equal in a court of law.

Victorino H 8B

1/24/2025 11:56:56 pm

i agree they should definitely have more restrictions because of their power and crimes/felonies should be taken into consideration when putting people into positions of power.

Torres. C 3/A

1/22/2025 02:13:30 pm

I believe there should be different consequences for people who are in higher power. Due to more of the freedom they experience they should be punished differently, depending on what has been committed, and should not be pardoned.

Curlee A, 4A

1/23/2025 05:39:38 pm

Even if the consequences were different, what's stopping people from just buying/lying there way out of it? The issue isn't the consequences its the corruption of those who give the consequences.

Hernandez E 1A

1/24/2025 01:45:19 pm

I agree with this, there is a difference between someone who is a criminal out of desperation and one who is a criminal because they can. Most people in power have never lived the struggle that the average citizen does, and should be judged thousandfold.

Renteria R. A. 4A

1/24/2025 07:39:24 pm

I agree. People in higher power, especially those in positions like the president or other political leaders, should be held to an even higher standard of accountability. Their actions not only affect their own lives but also have a ripple effect on society as a whole. Given the level of influence and freedom they have, their decisions and behavior should be scrutinized more closely.

Miles D 4A

1/24/2025 11:49:42 pm

I agree with you people in power should have harsher punishments because if they commit a crime and are able to just walk out the situation and be fine thats a problem.

Williams.Z 6B

1/22/2025 02:55:10 pm

It say about our justice it very good because donald trump about restore our country

Divine Ojeh 3A

1/22/2025 02:57:40 pm

When powerful people like politicians or rich people break the law, they sometimes dont face the same punishment as regular people. This makes some people think that the law is not fair and that powerful people can get away with things. It makes us feel like justice is only for those without power. Everyone should be treated the same law, no matter who you are or how much power you have.

Colocho J 6B

1/23/2025 10:15:20 am

They should be able to follow what is recommended because its the law and if they disobey they can really face serious consequences.

Malvaez M 1A

1/24/2025 03:05:06 pm

This system is truly unfair. People who have money and power should not be allowed to roam the streets again because what's stopping them from committing more crimes. A person who commits many felonies should most definitely not be allowed to run a whole country.

Tomas Ruiz 6B

1/24/2025 03:35:25 pm

It doesn't matter how rich or powerful you may be, But that doesn't mean you can't face the punishment of your actions. We are all no different to one another, meaning everyone should take consequence to our own actions

Cavazos N 6B

1/24/2025 11:34:32 pm

I agree because no one should be above the law.

Echeverria D 6B

1/23/2025 11:25:44 am

There should be different standards and consequences for those in power. They are looked to in times of need, and abusing their power can harm many. They should know better. It's about fairness; someone with little influence shouldn't be held to the same standard as those with power.

Hayes T 8B

1/23/2025 12:19:48 pm

People who have power should have the same consequences as the other people because they all did the same legal stuff they shouldn't treat people with power differently. It impacts my view when those in power don't get consequences and it can lead to the public not trusting the legal system

Smith Sk 8B

1/23/2025 02:49:10 pm

I agree, just because somebody is wealthier then somebody else doesnt mean they show be treated with more respect then anybody who isn't.

Castillo V, 6B

1/23/2025 06:55:05 pm

I agree they should have the same consequences no matter if one has more power than the other at the end of the day if they both broke the law they both should receive the same consequences not different.

Rodriguez R. 4A

1/24/2025 01:35:11 pm

I agree, having power or not shouldn't differ us when committing the same legal stuff.

Rodriguez Y. 1A

1/25/2025 12:03:29 am

Just because society hold at a better standard the people who have "more money and influence" doesn't mean they should be let go of the consequences that normal people would face if they'd committed a crime. I thinks that that's very Ironic and hypocritical for a system "design to be fair and make justice around the world". All that is telling us as people is that being corrupt is okay as long as you have money or some cort of political and famous status its okay to do wrong.

Smith Sk 8B

1/23/2025 02:47:28 pm

Rodriguez Y 1A

1/25/2025 12:00:23 am

People with power should be held accountable for their wrongs. Specially if it's someone from presidency who almost everyone looks up to and he or she lead for example. The are teaching new generations what to expect from the world, this will create a new generation with a different mindset "maybe the wrong mindset" and those will be the consequences that in this case Donald Trump will need to face,

Johnson C 8B

1/23/2025 03:30:51 pm

They held a public interview for the Presidents Cabinet nominees. They were all deemed unfit, yet were still not denied, swapped out, or penaltied. As they are quite literally at the top, they have some type of immunity, which is where one would hope 'checks and balances' comes into play. It unfortunately won't when the whole game is his. It's unfair to our people and completely unjustified, nothing but a big show and ego play.

Reply

Curlee A, 4A

1/23/2025 05:37:09 pm

Punishment shouldn't vary depending on a persons status. The punishment should be fitting of the crime regardless. The issue however, is that people with connections and status escape their punishments, or at the very least, tend to alleviate the intensity of their crimes. When people like Trump can do all these things, run for president, and win, it leads people to believe that their system isn't meant for fairness or justice. Instead of dishing out different/harsher punishments to these people, we should instead enforce these punishments correctly, and not falter under the gaze of personal gain.

Esquivel. E 1A

1/24/2025 08:35:07 am

I agree that status doesn't matter and that people should be punished for their crimes despite how much money they have.

Sanchez A 3A

1/24/2025 09:09:08 am

Yes this is true people have been known to bypass their way out of consequences by bribing or anything. Any crime committed by anyone should be held accountable, doesn't matter who you are, because in the end you're still a person as like everyone else in the world.

Smith R 8B

1/24/2025 01:37:41 pm

Consequences for one's actions should definitely be chosen to fit the crime, if we want to have a nation that treats everyone fairly, we (the people) must be the bigger person and actually try to execute fairness.

Cavazos N 6B

1/24/2025 11:29:36 pm

I agree with you on how we should enforce these punishments because a man with 34 felonies should not be the president of the most powerful country in the world.

Miles D 4A

1/24/2025 11:43:03 pm

I disagree with you here i think that people that are in positions of power they should be held to a different standard of punishment because just enforcing the punishments won't really change much but by having harsher punishments for those that have power it could stop people like trump being president with many felony charges against him.

Victorino H 8B

1/24/2025 11:54:48 pm

I agree that they should receive a punishment that fits the crime, but like you said because of all their power they can alleviate the crimes to an extent.

Castillo V, 6B

1/23/2025 06:52:44 pm

Powerful people are usually always the ones who get away with everything while others who do things not as bad get punishment. This is because they have more power over people but I think everyone should face the same standards or maybe those in powerful people should be held to a higher accountability. This can make people think that it’s okay to break the law or make them feel like justice is only for those who have power.

Esquivel. E 1A

1/24/2025 08:31:57 am

This exactly. Though it is only right to be held at the same standard as regular citizens, there is little to no action taken to make it right.

Rodriguez R. 4A

1/24/2025 01:41:13 pm

I agree, everyone should face the same standards

Esquivel. E 1A

1/24/2025 08:30:26 am

There shouldn't be different standards of consequences for people in power ompared to others but that is the reality of things. People with more power don't need to have the same consequences for their crimes as regular citizens do. This shows me that life simply isn't fair, I think i've gotten used to seeing leaders who do bad things not get consequences for their actions. I've learned to trust that God will do what is just.

Carmouche K 1A

1/24/2025 10:48:00 pm

Life will never be truly fair, I don’t think it ever will be, bun all we can do is try and get it right.we can’t control leaders and their decisions but we can control how we react to it.“Let God fight your battles for you”

Sanchez A 3A

1/24/2025 09:01:26 am

When people have the ability to have this much power, decisions should be made more careful. Although he did get more votes the people who actually decided if he should be the president need to look deeper into his background. They say that celebrities don't get treated differently or have more leverage than the average person, but the president is showing that he can bypass anything.

Hernandez E 1A

1/24/2025 01:42:57 pm

I agree! people should be looked into the more famous they are, and the more power they hold.

Tapia R, 1A

1/24/2025 09:15:06 pm

I agree decisions and cases involving celebrities because many celebs get away with things without any time and even with Trump in office it shouldn't matter who you are he should still be triad and not get away with this at all which in suggestion I think even as if he won he shouldn't have been able to been in office

Presas A 6B

1/24/2025 09:15:22 am

No, there should not be different standards of consequences for people in power compared to others.I think the people in power should be held to even higher standards because of the responsibility and influence they have over society. If leaders and powerful individuals are allowed to act without accountability, it undermines he principles of equality and fairness that are central to justice. Allowing different standards Creates a sense of privilege and immunity for the elite which fosters mistrust in the justice system and deepens societal divisions. My view of fairness in society is that it requires impartially everyone regardless of their status or positions should face the same consequences for their actions. Anything less erodes the integrity of justice and weakens the social contract that holds communites together

Tomas Ruiz 6B

1/24/2025 12:00:00 pm

Corruption is everywhere in this country, politicians corrupt, police corrupt, the justice system is messed up. America is like this, you have money? you can get scott free by paying your way out of it. don't have money or of a middle, lower class system? pay the consequences. Ten years, I give America ten years. either everything goes to normality, or this whole country is going to burn down to nothing but a shell of what it once was.

Garcia M 3A

1/24/2025 12:21:42 pm

yes, different standards of consequences for people in power can determine the principles of fairness and equality under the law. When those in power evade responsibility, it breeds mistrust and resentment among the public. Equal accountability for all is essential to foster a just and equitable society.

Carmouche K 1A

1/24/2025 10:45:45 pm

The justice system is supposed to be blind, but apparently it feels money and influence by others. We need to change the system so we have a truly equal system.

Rodriguez R. 4A

1/24/2025 01:28:36 pm

I do think there should be different standards of consequences for people in power compared to others, everyone no matter if you have power or not should be treated with the same consequences. This impacts my view of fairness in society, because I've come to realize of the differences whenever both the person without power and with power commit the same crimes, they do not get the same consequences or share the fairness that the person with power is revising.

Smith R 8B

1/24/2025 01:33:11 pm

No, there should not be different standards. Everyone should be held accountable for their actions equally. It would be unfair for both sides to have different consequences for the same crime, although it has become clearer each and every day that the higher ups in power don't agree. People who have power, fame, and money are able to get away with a lot in today's world. This has led me to believe that fairness does not exist in this country nor does compassion. For example, I believe for the mass deportation efforts being made in this country to be unfair. Many people come here hoping for a better life for now and for the future. It is unfair that when the President brings up this topic, he always mentions Mexicans. Although Mexico shares a border with the U.S, the word "immigrant" is not a word that only applies to Mexican people.

Tapia R, 1A

1/24/2025 09:10:57 pm

Yeah consequences shouldn't change based on status and it should be equal no matter what in my opinion as I feel like this will turn bad fast and be like a double Jeopardy as someone with high status and power might be traid incorrectly and since they have power they're treated unfairly.

Sinkfield E, 1A

1/24/2025 09:56:06 pm

People are people, and yet the rich lack morality towards others and it’s sick.

Hernandez E 1A

1/24/2025 01:41:57 pm

I believe there is a system that is able to be manipulated if you have enough money, and while trump is not a good person, he is a businessman. From my point of view this does send a negative precedent. I fear for the future of this country.

Tomas Ruiz 6b

1/24/2025 03:39:43 pm

I give this once great country a good ten years before it ultimately falls, but by then I would be long gone and be in Mexico. Also wasn't the Justice system always be manipulated by the rich?

Sinkfield E, 1A

1/24/2025 09:54:09 pm

It’s so sad to see that these rich people only keep themself in power to control everyone in the country.

Alarcon A 3A

1/24/2025 10:27:56 pm

I agree. The system seems rigged for those with money and power, and it’s a dangerous exemplar.

Gonzalez D. 1A

1/24/2025 02:00:55 pm

In my opinion, justice and accountability should not vary based on power or wealth. I do think its unfair though that he has that many felonies and he managed to evade most consequences for those serious allegations.

Malvaez M 1A

1/24/2025 02:57:02 pm

Anyone who commits a crime should face the same punishment no matter who you are or how much money you have, you still committed the crime and in which case you're a felon. Our president should not have been let go from all of his crimes and should have served time for every felony he committed. This system is truly unfair and biased allowing for rich and powerful criminals to be free into society once again to possibly commit more crimes while those who are seen as "underclass" citizens remain in jail.

Edwards K.6B

1/25/2025 12:21:31 am

They are just as human as any other person so the should face the consequences of their actions and take accountability regardless of status or power

Hernandez 4A

1/24/2025 03:17:03 pm

I feel like people are just so misinformed these days and they care more about their prejudices and personal gain. People with more money and higher status will always find a way to get out of issues with the law. I feel unsafe knowing that a president that’s a felon is coming and freeing people that are in jail for good reasons and I feel okie all these things he’s doing are gonna be set as a standard so that unfairness will be grounded into the laws of this country. Being from an immigrant background I know I will make it in this land, we always do but this is starting to sound like a lot of mistakes from the past. I hope that in the future of this country they will look more at the background of their leaders and the streangth of their character than at the status and power of people with prejudices.

Renteria R. A. 4A

1/24/2025 07:37:32 pm

I agree with your perspective. It’s disheartening to see how misinformation and personal gain often overshadow integrity and fairness, especially when people with power and wealth can manipulate the system to escape the consequences of their actions. The idea that a president with such a controversial past could hold office and use their position to pardon others—some who may not have had fair trials or committed lesser offenses—definitely sets a dangerous precedent for future leaders. It feels like a betrayal of the values this country should stand for, particularly for people from immigrant backgrounds who have worked so hard to build better lives in the face of adversity.

Grant Z 4A

1/24/2025 03:58:50 pm

Knowing all of this information people still voted for him. But had he been black and accused of anything remotely close it would be like the world ended. There are so many butt kisser and hypocrites that they see no wrong in this man's actions. The justice system has never been fair, however this is just crazy for Trump to be our president and be the one telling others what to do with their lives.

Renteria R. A. 4A

1/24/2025 07:36:18 pm

Donald Trump’s actions—both in terms of the legal accusations against him and his presidential decisions, like pardoning 1,500 felons—show how political power can be used to reshape or sidestep the legal process. His controversial remarks about his daughter, despite being deeply disturbing, also reflect a culture in which certain figures can escape full accountability due to their status, money, and media influence. The fact that he can pardon others while also advocating for the deportation of immigrants, many of whom might be in the country seeking better opportunities or fleeing dangerous situations, further underscores the unequal application of justice.

Nyamichaba,S,6B

1/24/2025 11:56:49 pm

Let's not forget that trump was also impeached. It blows my mind how us highschoolers are smarter than most adults when it comes to this. This election showed how dumb and selfish people are, and how clueless people are about whats going on around them. Trump raised so many red flags It makes me think how did people fall for this dumb guy. This election was like a punch to the face.

Aiyanyo E 3A

1/24/2025 11:57:33 pm

I agree that Donald Trump is very incompetent to be our president and he should have never been elected. He doesn’t have the professionalism and the qualifications to be president and past remarks on his daughter and for minorities very upsetting. Next election, the people need to vote for someone young, professional and right for the job.

Edwards K.6B

1/25/2025 12:20:00 am

I agree that Donald Trump does not have the right to be president because he is a felon but the government is a alowing this to happen

Tapia R, 1A

1/24/2025 09:00:47 pm

I don't think punishments should change at all but I do think they shouldn't have any type of immunity especially considering felons like trump could be put positions of power which is probably whats happening right now. In comparison to people without power or lots of followers like celebrity I think we don't have their luxury of getting away and even being misconvicted for crimes we didn't commit.In terms of fairness I think the law system isn't fair especially now as many people are profiled whether that be status,looks, or the amount of wealth they appear to have they are most likely able to get away with things as we have seen with Donald Trump who is in fact a felon with 34 counts of crimes but just cause he's president those are not taken into affect which just shows proof how power allows you to escape some criminal punishment.

Alvarez J 8B

1/24/2025 09:34:32 pm

Money should definitely not be a reason for people to not own up to their bad choices and actions. It's upsetting how money can literally define your future. Having a felon as a president is concerning. It's unfair how you can't vote if you're a felon but you can become the president? Money can basically wipe away your problems in america, you just need to have enough.

Alarcon A 3A

1/24/2025 10:25:49 pm

I agree treating everyone equally is key to fairness but money/power comes with more responsibilities

Sinkfield E, 1A

1/24/2025 09:52:23 pm

Money, power and status of a person should never be put above the equality of people. It’s absolutely disgusting that the man that’s supposed to represent and serve the people is an actual felon and is able to be president. “All men are created equal”, if all men are created equally then why put people with higher status able to do crazy things while everyone is getting punishment, it’s hypocritical. This says Americans are just genuinely uneducated with who they vote for, what their votes say about them, and their values. The justice system fails those who are falsely accused but yet serve for crimes that they didn’t commit, and allowed someone with over 30 felonies to roam free and be pardoned.

Nyamichaba,S,6B

1/24/2025 11:47:14 pm

My point exactly. It shows that people with more power gets away with anything. america already loves trump so that was a big advantage for him.People were already dissapointed in joe biden so they really had no other choice.Not only was it unfair but it definitely shows what kind of people are in this world.

Aiyanyo E 3A

1/24/2025 11:54:59 pm

I agree that the American people failed on picking the right candidate. It’s very hypocritical that both wives of the president and vice president are both immigrants yet that want to kick people out of the country. We could have had a female president who was competent yet the people of the United States picked the wrong person.

Thompson D 8B

1/24/2025 10:11:45 pm

The situation raises serious questions about accountability and justice, suggesting a double standard where those in power can avoid consequences while others face harsher punishments. If people in positions of authority, like Trump or celebrities, can escape repercussions, it undermines trust in fairness and equal treatment under the law. It challenges the idea that justice should be blind and not influenced by status, wealth, or influence. It can make people feel like there's one set of rules for the powerful and another for everyone else, eroding societal faith in the system.

Guzmán X 6B

1/25/2025 10:54:08 am

You’re right—it really brings up concerns about whether justice is truly equal for everyone. When powerful people avoid consequences, it makes it hard to believe that the system is fair. It also feels like the law is shaped by who you are, not just what you've done. This double standard definitely weakens trust in the idea that justice applies to all.

Alarcon A 3A

1/24/2025 10:25:02 pm

People with power have more influence on people as they can sometimes be looked up upon so they should be shown stricter consequences so that people know what they did isn’t right nor is it acceptable.

Carmouche K 1A

1/24/2025 10:37:38 pm

This is proof that our justice system is not fair, but instead it is based on who has power and who doesn’t. This means people in power have a little more leeway when it comes to criminal activity if they know the right people. People cannot do any and everything they want to do without repercussions, but it does allow them to do what they want more than an average person in society. This is morally and literally wrong, it should be fixed but it takes a village, and even then it might take even more to fix our system.

Knowles K 1A

1/24/2025 11:13:09 pm

Yes they should be equal it defeats the whole purpose of the law, just cause you have power and money doesn’t mean you should be able to escape the consequences

Cavazos N 6B

1/24/2025 11:21:54 pm

I believe that everyone should face the same consequences as everyone else, regardless of how wealthy or powerful you are. To me it seems like the more wealthy or powerful you are, the less likely you are to receive the same consequences as the regular Joe. But I can see the argument where if someone is in a much more powerful position and they commit a crime they should have a more harsh punishment due to them having bigger responsibility.

Miles D 4A

1/24/2025 11:35:55 pm

I think people that are in positions of power should have different consequences because they shouldn't be able to abuse their power and get away with it so easily. This impacts my view of fairness in society because I've realised how much people with a lot of power can mess with my and along with others lifes.

Guzmán X 6 B

1/25/2025 10:52:15 am

I agree that people in power should face stricter consequences to prevent abuse. It’s frustrating to see how easily they can get away with things that would severely affect others. When those in charge aren’t held accountable, it makes fairness feel like a lie. It also shows how much influence they have over our lives, often in ways we can’t control.

Nyamichaba, S, 6B

1/24/2025 11:39:16 pm

Finding out that a convicted felon is gonna be the president of america does not sit right with me.When you hear this kind of stuff it makes you wanna laugh cause you would think its a joke, but no this is serious.Seeing somebody with more than 10 felonies is scary and makes me scared for myself.I don't feel safe in my country why would you have somebody who can't even make the right choices in office.It is not fair whatsoever seeing that on someones records it should automatically give people a red flag.

Aiyanyo E 3A

1/24/2025 11:52:34 pm

Knowing that my president has numerous felons and is technically the commander in chief makes me feel really unsafe. It also makes me ashamed that my country picked a man who has been impeached twice over a candidate who is very qualified for the job. This just shows that America needs fixing and next election we need to be better at picking our president

Victorino H 8B

1/24/2025 11:52:53 pm

people in power should have different consequences, as they can do a lot of things to avoid the consequences that normal people face, because of said power, people with power are usually never held accountable for the actions unless it hits the mainstream media which then enrages people into wanting them to have consequenses.

Rodriguez Y. 1A

1/24/2025 11:57:56 pm

Donald Trump has no accountability whatsoever about his mistakes which he should have been held against him. His consequences will be, the people won't have respect for him as a president and will rebell, and his "choices" as presidents won't always pass through the whole system to be taken serious.

Edwards K.6B

1/25/2025 12:14:23 am

The text argues that while those in power might seem to warrant different consequences due to their greater influence, applying different standards is fundamentally unfair and detrimental to society. A fair and just society requires equal accountability for everyone, regardless of their position, to maintain trust, prevent corruption, and uphold democratic principles. Holding everyone to the same standard promotes social cohesion and prevents a system where the powerful operate with impunity.

Guzmán X 6B

1/25/2025 10:51:03 am

It seems like people in power can avoid facing consequences for bad actions, while regular people don’t get the same treatment. When powerful figures like Trump can still lead despite serious charges, it feels unfair. It shows that the rules might not apply equally to everyone. This makes us wonder if justice really works for everyone or if it's easier for those with money and power. It feels like those at the top can act without real consequences. This could make people lose trust in the fairness of the system.

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