I think there is a gigantic problem in Philadelphia today called witness intimidation, tragic stories told by Mr. Clowden and Mr. Canada, tragic stories.
When you criticize the Inquirer article, don't you think that there are major problems in the system which need action, such as the fugitive...
The only improvement that I could say that I've really noticed, because I actually was a part of the gang era--I grew up in the 1960s and 19...
No regard for human life.
And was that the reason he tried to burn down the house?
I take that as a yes answer.
Well, if you don't have the motivation to get a lesser sentence, you would not be a snitch?
I think an appointment system might be better for the average person going to vote. But no system is perfect.
How about on the issue of the underlying causes of crime, the issues of education, poverty, housing, job training?
We're going to take a look, before we're finished on these hearings, at the Federal Witness/Victim Protection program.
We've got to find a way to do something to make people feel safe and secure if they do step forward and provide information.