The upcoming presidential election is causing quite a stir in the Bitcoin community, with the pro-Bitcoin candidate, Donald Trump, taking a 13% lead over Kamala Harris, according to the prediction market Polymarket. The stakes are high for the Bitcoin industry in this election, as Trump has promised favorable regulations while Harris has a track record of attacking the industry.
However, the significance of this election goes beyond just regulations for Bitcoin. Many in the Bitcoin community are hoping that this election could be the key to freeing Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road bitcoin marketplace. Harris has shown no indication of supporting the Bitcoin industry, let alone freeing Ross.
The desire to free Ross has been a long-standing goal for many in the Bitcoin community. Ross has spent over 12 years in prison, and there is a strong push to see him released and able to live a fulfilling life with his fiancée, family, and friends. Despite the challenges, there is a determination to fight for Ross’s freedom as if they were 13% behind in the election.
Ross himself expressed his longing for freedom through his X account, run by his fiancée, stating how liberating it felt to briefly step out of his prison cell. The community is rallying behind Ross, advocating for his release and hoping that this election could be the turning point in his case.
The fight for Ross’s freedom is a cause that many in the Bitcoin community are passionate about, and the outcome of this election could have a significant impact on his future. It’s a reminder that there is more at stake in this election than just regulations for Bitcoin – it’s about justice and freedom for an individual who has spent years behind bars.
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