Pawlenty: I wouldn't have commuted Clemmons's sentence

Asked by conservative radio host Laura Ingraham if he would have granted clemency under the same circumstances, he replied “No. On those facts, no, Laura, I would not.”

He continued, “In Minnesota, I don’t think I’ve ever voted for clemency. We’ve given out pardons for things after everybody has served out their term, but again, usually for more minor offenses. But clemency — certainly not. Commutation of sentence — certainly not.”