1:17:01
I wish I were.
1:17:04
The justice system
is not on trial here.
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I have my own opinion of justice.
1:17:10
It should be fair, but not fierce.
1:17:13
It should understand everything
about the man it judges.
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The fault and its causes.
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The witness forgets that the defendant
is not your average everyday man,
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but a known criminal.
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Who among us,
at least once in his life,
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has not wanted to kill someone
in a fit of rage
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for driving badly
or swiping a parking place?
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It occurs daily.
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An easy excuse.
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He's only got one excuse, chance.
1:17:43
Chance put a man in his path
who did all he could to trip him.
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You mean,
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you want us to hold chance
responsible for this crime?
1:17:53
Exactly.
1:17:55
You should understand chance
and take it into account
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and not judge him
on personal convictions.
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That's all I have to say.
1:18:14
Your Honor,
members of the public,
1:18:17
members of the jury,
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when a prosecutor rises
to demand a penalty that is just,
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he's never certain
of being understood.
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But today, I am certain.
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I shall not look upon the accused,
1:18:33
but upon the court
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and the young people
1:18:36
filled with hope for their country.
1:18:39
He had talent
and some fine language.
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I would first remember
a good and just man,
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an admirable father,
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an exemplary husband.
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His entire family was there,
in full mourning.
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Being the plaintiff
has its advantages.