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Scott Walker's legacy: Heartless bastard

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'I believe in forgiveness': Gov. Tony Evers re-launches pardon board. ( Wisconsin State Journal, 6/13/2019) The state Constitution grants the governor the power to pardon individuals convicted of a crime, which Wisconsin governors from both parties have traditionally used. Walker, however, declined to do so.   The board will make recommendations to Evers on whom he should grant a pardon.   Under Evers’ executive order announced Thursday, those convicted of a felony may apply for a pardon if they finished their sentence at least five years ago and haven’t committed new crimes. Those required to register on the sex offender registry are ineligible for a pardon. More on Scott Walker's legacy: December 2018 The first 3 chapters:  environment, transportation, corrections . (12/12/2018) Chapter 4:  Wisconsin families can't afford basic necessities edition .  (12/12/2018) Chapter 5:  Scott Walker's shameful legacy: The black-white high-school graduation gap edi...