Letter: ‘Power makes right’ mentality isn’t good for anyone

In a recent letter to the editor titled “Using political power,” the writer tried to justify the abuse of power by saying that others have and will do the same. He makes two points: Did anyone expect that President Donald Trump would not pardon all his cronies that have broken the law? And what is the point of having political power if you do not use it?I will admit that I expected Trump to pardon his cronies. Trump has shown over and over a complete disregard for the rule of law and