A lot of people are upset about Bush’s recent actions commuting Scooter Libby’s prison sentence. Let’s be clear: It’s not a full pardon. Libby still has to pay some fines regarding the case of the CIA leak. And I’ve always said: “Don’t commit the crime if you can’t pay the fines”. But seriously, I look at this as Bush forgiving Libby. And haven’t we all been there? Haven’t we all screwed up at some point? On the Popmart Tour, The Edge kept getting off-key on “Sunday Bloody Sunday,” and I forgave him every time. I mean, I also levied a small fine of 500 BonoBucks, U2’s internal currency exchange system, which keeps us all in check. (One BonoBuck is worth approximately 100 euros.)
The point is, like Bush, I saw that a subordinate was in trouble and had learned his lesson. Would 30 months in jail have really taught Libby anything? I’ll answer your question with a question: Would Edge be any better at playing guitar after 30 months in prison? I rest my case.
