I make the distinction because I anticipate a few prominent political bad actors are going to be punished by our legal system. We need to make sure that their punishment is in line with the destruction they caused. No room for pity or misplaced forgiveness in this situation. They should get what they deserve in order to deter future malevolent and dishonest acts. That’s all. Behavior modification, not retribution. But I will believe it when I see it.
I make the distinction because I anticipate a few prominent political bad actors are going to be punished by our legal system. We need to make sure that their punishment is in line with the destruction they caused. No room for pity or misplaced forgiveness in this situation. They should get what they deserve in order to deter future malevolent and dishonest acts. That’s all. Behavior modification, not retribution. But I will believe it when I see it.
Another excellent essay! Revenge and punishment are two different actions.