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Ryan: Detriment to Society
I hadn’t heard my mother’s speech prior to now. I didn’t think that I’d be able to handle it. But I’m proud of her. Her statement was simple, but powerful and I can plainly see that it has affected the judge.
As Mom walks to our row, I stand and hug her. She falls into my arms and squeezes me. “You did good, Mom. I love you.”
“Thanks, baby. I love you, too.”
We sit and wait for what comes next.
“Mr. Shift, who has the next statement?” the judge asks.
“Lisa Armstrong, the victim’s the
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