"Today, I am commuting the sentences of nearly 2,500 people convicted of nonviolent drug offenses who are serving disproportionately long sentences compared to the sentences they would receive today under current law, policy, and practice."
"Today's clemency action provides relief for individuals who received lengthy sentences based on discredited distinctions between crack and powder cocaine, as well as outdated sentencing enhancements for drug crimes."
"This action was important for righting historic wrongs, addressing the disparities in sentencing that have disproportionately affected individuals based on outdated laws and practices."
"Activists and lawmakers have since called on Biden to extend his pardoning powers to include 'regular' Americans who have been similarly impacted by the justice system."
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