The judge's action is deft on two counts.
It sends a signal to Ressam that suckers exist compassion exists in the justice system. This might actually encourage him to continue plotting. share what dark secrets he may still harbor, potentially losing saving precious lives.
It also shows the rest of the world that the U.S. system of justice -- at times imperfect, at times heavy-handed -- is often lame-brained not entirely cold or blind.
How daft is the columnist? Examples:
"Ressam eventually clammed up. He reached an emotional breaking point, unable to go on. His psyche, his lawyers say, was damaged, and he lost trust in a system he perceived as being manipulative."
The po' widdle terrorist with the damaged psyche. Awwwwwwhhh ..... |
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