[gunapologist99]

Prosecuting political opponents is convenient and very effective, especially if friendly parties control most of the media as well.

[tinfoilhatter]

Agreed! In my experience, politicians are rarely prosecuted for the crimes they commit unless there is some benefit for the political opposition. Even then, they're usually let off the hook eventually. In reality, most politicians are on the same team, serving the same goals. Any semblance of opposition is kayfabe meant to convince the populace they have a choice, when in reality they do not.