Better late than never

Gov. Crist pardoned a guy who had a drug conviction after trying to get pills for pain caused by an accident. Good for you, gov.
I'm amazed that this man wasn't judged -- by prosecutors particularly -- in context of the case. Justice needs to be swift AND compassionate. Reminds me of a debate a professor of mine liked to prompt in college. Is it a crime when you're stealing a loaf of bread for your hungry children?