I did not vote for Donald Trump, but I can understand why many of my friends and neighbors did. I also oppose most of the policies he had pursued since his inauguration but I can understand why many people, frustrated by our politics, think our institutions need a jolt. And I understand why people may feel that Jan. 6 protesters who acted peacefully deserve pardons.

What someone needs to explain to me is how anyone can support the pardon of protesters who have been filmed violently attacking the police officers at the Capitol. How can anyone with a thin blue line flag, a “Support Your Local Police” lawn sign, or who just respects and appreciates the police continue to support a man who issued pardons to those thugs.

Paul DiLeo

Plainfield