People who defend the independent DOJ often say that it helps ensure that everyone is accountable in the law, and I see their point. But as you note at the end of your piece, the President is the one we elect every four years--that does provide us accountability for that office. It seems very difficult for ordinary people to apply any accountability to the independent DOJ.
Superb article, Deion! We've missed you. This sort of cogent analysis is just what the country needs.
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People who defend the independent DOJ often say that it helps ensure that everyone is accountable in the law, and I see their point. But as you note at the end of your piece, the President is the one we elect every four years--that does provide us accountability for that office. It seems very difficult for ordinary people to apply any accountability to the independent DOJ.