With the current investigation into the arresting officer and his history of convictions continually being dismissed, there's no doubt that Floyd should have received a full pardon, which would have gone long way in showing a commitment to accountability. This decision is an insult to Floyd and his family.
Floyd had a long history of run-ins with police and was charged at least 19 times throughout his lifetime. Despite the undeniable tragedy surrounding his death - which has seen the officer responsible held accountable - it doesn't exempt him from the consequences of his actions that led to his 2004 arrest, for which he pleaded guilty.
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