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While perhaps not at the identical stature as pardoning Thanksgiving turkeys, but the county's top official had her own ceremonial pardon event this week by ceremoniously saving the life of a pig named Six Seven.

Daniella Levine Cava performed the seasonal stunt at the Cuban-style Latin Cafe 2000 in the core of Miami’s iconic Little Havana neighborhood.

“The swine has done no wrong. Clemency is justified for her. Her criminal record is spotless,” stated the mayor in a speech with inescapable allusions to the vast quantity of pardons issued from the start of the beginning of a second term in office.

“Except perhaps for eating half a dozen apples per day,” the mayor added. “I hope she experiences a lengthy and joyful existence free from concern.”

The gathering, which both honors and questions the region’s Hispanic tradition of eating roast pork during the holidays, was established to mirror the yearly bird sparing at the White House.

The pig, donated by a local firefighter, was named for the current slang trend of young people yelling “six-seven” – originating from a hip-hop line – often without clear purpose. The trend became so ubiquitous that a major dictionary recently named “6-7” its top term for the year.

A Future Secured

Six Seven the pig is now scheduled to spend its days at a farm sanctuary “distant from barbecues and spits”, according to the ceremony's official statement.

“This swine clemency has become a cherished method to open the festive period,” said the event host, in a notably cheerful message.

“It embodies the essence of Miami: joyful, varied, and based in heritage that bring people together. Annually, we are honored to observe tradition and kindness in a way only Miami can.”

Guests enjoyed a vegetarian menu of croquettes and Cuban coffee as they celebrated Six Seven’s big moment.