On the October 15 episode of Days of our Lives, everyone congratulated Lani on receiving her pardon from the Governor. Stephanie pointed out that some people may be resentful, but Paulina assured her she could howl over them. But then Theo pointed out that his former stepmother wasn’t exactly playing fair. And we’re thrilled somebody finally did!
Key Takeaways
- Paulina has a history of using her wealth and influence to help herself and her family.
- Paulina dismisses concerns about using her political power to secure Lani’s pardon.
- Theo raises a valid point about Paulina’s privilege, but Abe quickly brushes aside his concerns.
Paulina Has Never Been Afraid to Throw Her Money Around
Paulina (Jackée Harry) loves being rich. She used her money not just to be allowed to build whatever she wants in Horton Square, but to get Chanel (Raven Bowens) out of a murder charge.
And when that terrible Melinda (Tina Huang) suggested it might not be illegal, Paulina was shocked that someone couldn’t see she was only doing it out of love, which makes it OK, don’t you know?
Paulina Believes Her Good Intentions Justify Her Actions
Paulina loves being powerful. As Mayor, she’s pulled even more strings and stunts — like stealing a snowmobile to search for Chanel in a storm. Now she’s mobilized public opinion to pressure the Governor to pardon Lani (Sal Stowers).
When Stephanie (Abigail Klein) observed that some people might take exception to a powerful woman using her power to get something for her daughter that wasn’t available to regular people, Paulina called them haters. She promised to yell at anyone who dared criticize her noble actions — and motives.
Theo Makes a Great Point About Paulina Until He Doesn’t
So is Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) a hater now? He noted to Abe (James Reynolds) that not everybody had access to an advocate like Paulina, strongly implying that American jails are full of poor people of color who can’t afford bail, much less to buy their way out.
Yeah, sure, Abe shrugged, but he’d have done the same for Theo. Oh, OK, then, Theo agreed. It’s fine then. It was so good… right up until it wasn’t.
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