Parkland Victim's Father Max Schachter Gives Final Statement Before Shooter's Sentencing - Part 1

[@HereComesKarma]

Alex's father is SUCH an excellent speaker!!! Powerful, intelligent, and compassionate. EVERYONE was riveted as he spoke in such an impactful intelligent way. Just so much for respect for him and for all of the victims and their family members. My prayers are with you xo

[@wb7606]

I was reading something a little while back about how his son was the same way. Very good speaker and very knowledgeable 😕 it's so sad. My heart breaks as a parent it's my worst fear.

[@wb7606]

I was reading something a little while back about how his son was the same way. Very good speaker and very knowledgeable 😕 it's so sad. My heart breaks as a parent it's my worst fear.

[@polarbearsrus6980]

Only one cure, blue tsunami!!!🌊🌊🌊 DeSatan has to go or this will NEVER change!

[@rmp7400]

Some clearly were rivited.. .others really did not want their time - or consciences- imposed upon 🙏🏼

[@timeless8536]

Of course he is. He’s a Professional, just like Brad Pitt. He’s there to make YOU believe in the official Narrative. And he’s doing a damn good job on that.

[@clairyboots.]

This mans pain is so palpable. I admire his strength and dignity so very much. RIP Alex

[@survivingmypast6795]

Max should have been a lawyer . I watch him the whole trail his pain broke my heart and had me in tears nearly every day. I knew he would give a great and mind blowing testimony. Peace, Love and Light to the Victim Families 📌

[@zacherymayer4847]

Yes, this guy is AWESOME. Strike to the heart. This shooter should of gotten the death penalty.

[@enjoyesk8978]

For real. I was just about to look up what his profession is because he’s very articulate.

[@Independentmusician]

"I'm just a patsy" Lee Harvey Oswald

[@rachelcamden9346]

Right- he seems like he would be a very professional person. Inward and Outward

[@donnaobryan4359]

Yes, you are right he should be a lawyer!

[@lyndachabane1931]

I watched this man's face throughout the trial, a broken man. Not today... an outstanding monologue that will not be forgotten by any of us and especially the defence team. Such passion, such pain and yes, anger...deserved anger at this monster who deserved the DP. I hope his heart heals over time. Just unbearable for him and his wife. Rest in Peace Alex, your Father is a true warrior 💔

[@bannedone3ice138]

I thought I was the only one looking out for this gentleman in the audience. His facial expressions said it all. So sorry for your loss sir 😢😢😢

[@bridgetbinion8494]

I hope that somebody is keeping a very close eye on him. I'm sure everybody is keeping an eye on each other but he definitely needs to be watched the most. This man has been broken.

[@lauriehernandez6779]

This man is a great speaker! And right on point with his comments. I am very sorry for your loss

[@hime273]

Almost like he's an actor

[@gjh9299]

Me too, his face was so expressive, I couldn't wait to hear him finally speak

[@robertcallahan7061]

Incredibly written and delivered. So sad.

[@lisab3039]

Yes very true I can’t deny it

[@Lee-bp8sp]

He should be the president

[@jocelynwilson9243]

Wow, the Dad's impact statement was over the top powerful!!🙏🏾

[@vivianasong7271]

I watched this guy the whole time. His pain is so apparent and it just breaks my heart.

[@Independentmusician]

He's a good actor for $25 an HR isn't he?

[@Independentmusician]

@@MercuryRisingFast They're all paid actors and the "alleged" defendant is a patsy. The media does nothing but gaslight the masses

[@jayrowe6473]

@@Independentmusician $25 is a bargain. Maybe he can be hired to speak at your sentencing hearing.

[@amoshtael1844]

I did also. ♥️

[@Independentmusician]

@@jayrowe6473 My sentencing for Free speech? Lmao 🤣 Keep allowing them to gaslight you 🤡 You have 1 comment and a 7 year old account... 🤣🤣

[@lula366]

I watched this man throughout the trial and the pain on his face was unbearable. Sending you love Max, your beautiful son will be so proud of you. 💔

[@rubytuesday7653]

Rest in Peace Alex. Your Father is wonderful... 💛

[@juliepeterson6639]

Ruby Tuesday: This fathers research is mind blowing! I will have all of these families in my heart forever, I am so angry and broken for all of them! Great job Max!

[@Romulan2469]

He had the best dad. This man is a hero!

[@jeanettesmith765]

I have so much respect for Mr. Schachter. He would have made a great lawyer.

[@AMVRebirth]

What a wonderful father. So passionate about his sons murder, you can tell. If you're reading this Max, I'm so proud of you for your work man and I'm so sorry for what happened to your son, you and your family. My condolences deeply 🙏 May God bless you wonderful father

[@cherrydowns7745]

What rebirth said.

[@Jim_Bag]

Thank you for your kind words. It was tough to get through but I hope to make some change

[@Independentmusician]

"I'm just a patsy" Lee Harvey Oswald

[@sadie4me2]

This man put forth the better case for the death penalty than the state did.

[@justinmathis7707]

@@Jim_Bag is that really you?

[@lexingtonconcord8751]

The passion in this man's voice moved me to tears.

[@Labrli]

There’s no excuse for what he did. Thank you for speaking on behalf of the victims.

[@tylerharris4392]

But there's always an excuse for human beings to be stupid

[@metaphysicsisfun8934]

@@tylerharris4392 demon 😈

[@tylerharris4392]

@@metaphysicsisfun8934 what

[@metaphysicsisfun8934]

@@tylerharris4392 nevermind buddy

[@vingram100]

He had more therapy than I did and I never imagined something like this.

[@ihvirisheyes]

Bravo to this father 👏🏼👏🏼 My condolences to him and to all those that lost someone during this monsters rampage. 💔🙏🏼

[@louloumagoo2512]

The defense behaved so badly, unprofessionally, and without conscience or empathy. Totally disgusting. Beyond comprehension.

[@elsapoelsapo1821]

Just think how many sick puppies they got off the hook?

[@Jman417]

The defense enabled him to behave badly.

[@mechaslav8520]

there are certain kinds of criminal defense that attract a certain kind of person

[@hime273]

Let's not forget that the defense attorneys in this Case are Court Appointed Government Employees.

[@saeed7099]

How did the defense behave badly?

[@roobeebakes]

THEY COULDN’T HAVE GIVEN HIM MORE SERVICES i love this line

[@mortgageapprovals8933]

Obviously it didn't work Wasn't enough We don't have the tools to handle this type of messed up person

[@zyxvwu]

I don't know this father's history, but he's clearly a warrior who'll bring attention to a weak judicial system.

[@boomds5602]

His wife died when his kids were young and he raised them alone until he remarried

[@bre.172]

he should be our next president he fights for school safety unlike everyone else

[@the_ghost_orchid]

@@boomds5602 Damn that’s actually tragic af, of course it’s tragic for all families but holy cow it’s insane the defense got away with this bs.

[@LA-AMENZAGRINGO]

Any judicial system would be weak. Humans aren't fit to judge. Don't kid yourself.

[@midnyte6195]

Hell yeah!!👍

[@rachelcamden9346]

He is an extremely intelligent man, and seems like an amazing father. He reminds me of my father SO much in the way he speaks. I just want to give him a hug. I know he’s going to accomplish things to change the laws. Sometimes that’s the only thing you can do to cope with the pain- do something about what happened. And we all need to pay attention and do our parts- so this doesn’t happen to our loved ones in the future. If we just sit by and it does- it will be too late then to open our eyes for our loved ones or ourselves. Time is now for things to change.

[@kathyadair8552]

A very articulate man who speaks from his 💔.

[@KaylaTheKindOne]

Apparnetly he's been doing quite a bit for years now. Look up Safe Schools for Alex.

[@sunpine441]

We wondered who Max was this whole time. He sat there on edge , fidgety, and followed all the rules and now has his time and shine. Warrior! Max for President! Bless all these families. The defense attorneys are despicable! You go Max!

[@guardian33]

He'd make one hell of a great lawyer.

[@HLJRMAI1]

They're just doing their job. Very unfortunate, but if they didn't defend him, they could get disbarred and the murderer could be granted a new trial.

[@louiehernandez4741]

@@HLJRMAI1 people are stupid and allow their feelings to dictate their brains. You're absolutely correct. There are rules for Victim Impact Statements. I know because I have heard them dozens of time and unfortunately, have drafted one after my family member was murdered in 2018. There is no need to address the defense attorneys, and yet this judge allowed it thus snowballing into what it became. The families are upset because they don't get what they feel is justice which is actually vengeance not justice.

[@sunpine441]

@lauramai yes they did their jobs during the trial. The flipping of the bird and laughing? Have you seen that clip?

[@sunpine441]

When a defense attorney flips off the judge or families then laughs with the monster… you think that is just? It’s on camera.

[@bugsybugs2253]

This dad is brilliant for bringing up this point. Clearly putting in a massive amount of trial research. I commend him.

[@alexgarcia2071]

He can't even say his name.. so much pain in this father, but he represented himself and his family so well.

[@Se7enevil]

He lost his name from now everyone should call this monster the Parkland murderer

[@Darkangel9036]

He did say his name. Its Parkland Murderer

[@jesuscage]

He also called him a creature lol

[@luxy8703]

I think they have chosen not to use his name now. I don’t think I have heard any of them use his given name since the trial. I think that is as it should be. The New Zealand prime minister made that decision after they had that awful mass shooting. She decided that she wouldn’t give him the fame he wanted so badly and refused to name him at all. It is probably the best thing to do to people who want fame, deny it to them from the outset, stop naming them.

[@lilmiss6665]

call him by his prison number.

[@Jedi391]

What a wonderful father you are. I have no doubt your son is looking down on you with love and pride but now I’m sure he wants you to try and heal as best you can and make sure your relationship with your wife is a priority.

[@tashaawesome6297]

What a fact based statement...he will definitely turn his pain into action!

[@polarbearsrus6980]

Only one cure, blue tsunami!!!🌊🌊🌊 DeSatan has to go or this will NEVER change!

[@kathyadair8552]

@@polarbearsrus6980 *Truth*!! Good ☘️ Luck!!! (I Gave:) PLEASE, Toss some Coins, on your Side of The Mississippi! ... The Good Rev., In GA could use some HELP, and PA

[@KaylaTheKindOne]

Apparnetly he's been doing that for years now. Look up Safe Schools for Alex.

[@gomezgomez7759]

He knows nothing bout therapy

[@jerrywinker5308]

@@polarbearsrus6980 you are misguided. Keep politicizing this smh

[@Any-Okra]

This man's impact statement was the profound and powerful I've heard.

[@jsexton7350]

I felt the pain, anguish, frustration, anger, and hatred in every single word that left this man's mouth. My heart is broken for these families. Justice was not served today!

[@someoneout-there2165]

I just don't see why they're so mad he didn't get the death penalty. It's not going to change or fix the situation. A lot of these parents would probably not even be around any longer by the time his execution date came around. Hope they can find peace but the death penalty isn't going to give them closure.

[@sanya2560]

@@someoneout-there2165 dp is a punishment,, so why punish anyone at all anymore, why hv a court, police and the whole system at all, why is the sky blue

[@jsexton7350]

@@someoneout-there2165 I don't think it would have given them closure either. But I feel like they would atleast have the satisfaction of knowing that he's no longer drawing breath, and that he is burning in hell. And simply because they know he wanted life in prison, so in a way he's getting what he wanted and that is why I feel they are so upset

[@jenniferg6671]

@@jsexton7350 didn't he also say he wanted the death penalty? They said he went back and forth daily. He also said he enjoyed hearing from the victims families!! This is a sad no-win situation.

[@jsexton7350]

@@jenniferg6671 agreed😓

[@scottallen5269]

Honorable father... So sorry for your loss.

[@shelleynorman6741]

I love how he spoke to his defense team.

[@jayceewriter7826]

Yes! I’m in awe

[@rachelsteinfeld3571]

My heart aches for you! I'm so proud of you for speaking out for your child!!! Your passion is seen and appreciated! People need to hear this! The mental health system needs some major adjustments!!! I wish you all the best and applaud you for you strength and courage!!!!

[@JennyWren333]

Absolute respect for this brilliant Dad.

[@Armatige]

My god, this man! He went after the lawyers, the shooter and his treatment. He was inspiring to watch and listen to. What an amazing guy.

[@markusbrunner5706]

He didnt go after the women who spent time and money raising him and trying to get him I respect him for that as well. To think you give it all you have for a child that isnt yours and this is what he leaves you with.

[@mawmawmakeup3602]

Good job Dad. You did a great job talking for your son RIP Alex.

[@susans9258]

Wow! This dad was amazing!!! I’m so sorry for what your family was put thru

[@gemmaselby5584]

Wow. What a Good Man. Father. Advocate. Preacher of Truth. God Bless You All. ❤🇳🇿

[@thecollegedean]

The non-blinking eyes of the murderer screams psychosis at a deep level I cannot, nor would I attempt to assume I know his thoughts. However, as a former school principal, I have witnessed first hand that evil, soulless, blank stare. Every time, the individual would go on to commit violent crime. Kudos to the valiant father, giving voice to the corruption of the defense counsel and lying committed by the mental health witnesses.

[@allencollins6031]

Yeah I was wondering why the heck he's was not hanging his head and looking down at his shoes.

[@maxsmith695]

What? do you track the actions of those who don't blink in life?

[@caramelbilquees]

He's a cold Psychopath/Sociopath he has no emotion

[@gillianvisser1545]

Wonderful speech from this father….

[@julianapr8849]

it's unbelievable the strength that this parents have 👏

[@kb8990]

God bless you. What an absolutely well-said and important statement.

[@Romulan2469]

This guy is amazing! He just completely tore apart the entire defense closing argument.

[@staceyb.5878]

You go sir, sometimes you just have to call evil, evil..

[@arcticangel1628]

Don’t overestimate him too much. Be careful who you praise.

[@vpasquini2824]

Well said! Thats the truth!

[@unfilteredmama2987]

This is an absolutely amazing final statement! Prayers to you and your family. Y’all are in so many peoples 💕

[@thomas45081]

This has to be one of the best statements I heard! This man makes so many good points, that Cruz basically got all that most kids don't even get ... what else could he have gotten? There is no excuse to not impose the death penalty, if that's what the victims families want🟪

[@davidneraas750]

The 3 jurors are brave and i praise them for following their conviction and not bending for public demand or making a popular decision I respect their decision and its now time to move on.

[@gigiis526]

​@@davidneraas750 The decision isnt about "personal convictions ie FEELINGS " you brainless fool! It is about 17 people murdered and if that doesnt warrant the death penalty ,what does?

[@ribluesy]

If he doesn't get the death penalty, who does? And in general, I oppose the DP.

[@tracygrantham1721]

Outstanding heart felt statement. God bless you and all the victims of this horrific crime.

[@MoreCoffeePlease.]

This father just dragged the defense team to filth; how dare they say this monster fell through the cracks. Evil is evil, and will always be evil. There are plenty of minors who need help and guidance, shameful defense team.

[@mikedirado4270]

But that is there jobs. I understand why you feel this way. But they have A job to do.

[@charleshendrix232]

Please. Grow up. Defense lawyers have a legal obligation to argue the facts in the best light for their client. If they don’t they can be disbarred. Getting angry at a lawyer for making an argument shows deep ignorance of the adversarial process. If the Prosecution had made better arguments maybe they would have convinced all the jurors to impose death. They failed. Thats the law. The victim impact statement is to discuss the impact of THE CRIME. The murderer should be the sole focus. The Judge should have prevented any attack on counsel. End of story.

[@MoreCoffeePlease.]

@@mikedirado4270 I understand they had a job to do and I don’t want to see a legal system without a defendant’s absolute right to competent and fair representation. His mental state and health is a factor that can not be denied-however- arguing that he slipped through the cracks when so many minors in America actually do is too far for this doctor, and soon to be foster mom.

[@MoreCoffeePlease.]

@@charleshendrix232 See my response above.

[@charleshendrix232]

@@MoreCoffeePlease. Its fair to make an argument that the care this kid got was inadequate even if the facts support your argument that he got adequate care. Fair arguments can be incorrect. Unfair is if the defense brought false evidence of care to the jury’s attention. The fact that the family disagrees with every single thing the defense said does not make a single word of it unfair or improper or deserving of calling them disgusting and subhuman. Some of the family members of the victims did not want the death penalty imposed. Are they too evil? Calling anyone who is like minded evil makes a person look unhinged vindictive and lacking in intelligence. I have compassion for the families. I may want the death penalty imposed if it was my family member. But I’ll be damned if I would argue that defense attorneys compelled by law to defend a person are more immoral than the shooter.

[@ironmaven1760]

THIS >is the kind of powerful mind blowing speech straight from the gut that I felt personally I needed so badly to hear. My anger, as mother to high schoolers myself, and as a teacher myself, this is what my anger needed to hear. Max you are a man among men, Sir. 🕊☮️

[@Jay-407]

Anyone know what he does for a living? He speaks extremely well. Hell of a speech.

[@gonzalopriale3293]

Crisis actor

[@unom8]

​@@gonzalopriale3293 Some will actually believe that and it will drive them deeper into their derangement - it isn't that funny.

[@elv1980]

@@gonzalopriale3293 please don't.

[@griznatle]

@@gonzalopriale3293 ok troll.

[@Sleepy__Joe__]

@@gonzalopriale3293 you are in love🍆 with Nick Cruz. Maybe you can marry him? 🤯

[@celiadenny3964]

The defence sat there like gormless gnomes throughout this man’s speech

[@celiadenny3964]

@Frank Lee yes you are correct Frank - unfortunately everything resolves around money rather than morals

[@celiadenny3964]

Revolves

[@Tom-hk6ub]

Give this guy a medal or something. He is brilliant.

[@anniepetty5996]

Sorry for what you and the other families have gone through. I am so sorry, the defense team was despicable. A stain on the judicial system.. flipping off the judge, causing a joke while these families suffer through this.. there are thousands out there all over the country that feel your pain. You can't fix evil

[@DeeDee40ful]

Every single one of those defense attorneys is a disgrace. They should be truly ashamed. I am sorry to all the families whose lives were shattered by this murderer.

[@inspectorgadget346]

I met a guy while playing poker. He was a defense attorney. He validated his profession as it’s a constitutional right to a defense. I agree with him The prosecutor role is to prove guilt upon a reasonable doubt. The defenses role is to make sure their client innocent into proven guilty. What happens in between is up to the court and the jury.

[@mikeman14344]

It’s the defense lawyers job to vicariously defend their clients. They took an oath. Not their fault at all. They successfully sewed the seed of doubt in the jury. Prosecution failed in not presenting a better case

[@lilli5804]

@@mikeman14344 : so now that you said the prosecutor didn’t do their job, explain with concrete proof how.

[@ndee1472]

@@inspectorgadget346 it isn't that they are doing their job that makes them disgusting it is *how* the handled that job that is embarrassing. Mocking the families, laughing with the accused, flipping off the judge. Truly despicable.

[@inspectorgadget346]

@@ndee1472 I agree. And those defense attorneys should get a review from the Bar Association to see if their actions required any suspension and / or nullification of their license to practice

[@BoyMama87]

This is the BEST statement I’ve ever heard- and they have ALL done a fine job! WOW! We love you Max. Happy Birthday. 💔❤️

[@deeasztalos2520]

Those defense lawyers are slime.

[@Allergictocatstoo]

May this father find peace in his anger, so we’ll expressed and pointed in every right direction. I wish him and his family only love to endure and that their son’s memory be a blessing.

[@Dani-ICU-RN]

This man..This man is incredible..I've watched him ,his face,every day in court. Alex is blessed to have such a Dad....YOU CAN SEE HIS PAIN on his face every day, not just for his family, but for everyone.Empathy is a super power.. ..Weston is with you Parkland♡♡ Cruz got plenty of "care" .. it clearly didn't work.. Alone at 19 in the world.. hmmm. I cant get a damn MRI APPROVED AFTER 23 years as ICU RN..can't walk, work, pay my mortage...can't afford therapy for me- or my girls- - Cruz gets fed, housed, meds, no bills.. I mean... I do believe he's ill..I also believe HE PLANNED THIS.. ILL, but NOT DUMB.. its a partial explanation of his life- BUT NOT AN EXCUSE for his decisions.Seems Linda tried, and she COULD afford to..what would happen if she couldn't.. Something HAS TO CHANGE. .. MALES 18-23,THAT AGE, THAT GUN.. WHAT ??!;(

[@guardian33]

Drugs don't help sociopaths.

[@millier.206]

@@guardian33 true! I knew a sociopath and she ended up overdosing and dying young. Her own parents thought she was just born that way, lying and stealing. Reminds me of the old movie The Bad Seed

[@seymourbutts2530]

This was a case of mental disorders, clearly bad parenting, and poor decisions.

[@dannigro8794]

Max I’m so sorry about your son. I’m glad that you get to make your statement now after the disappointment in the result of the trial.

[@loisisaacson2040]

McDonell female lawyer sat praying for no death penalty....Who prayed for the dying children that day?😢😢😢😢

[@merry8545]

Max did an awesome job - his strength is extremely admirable and reminds me of the passion John Walsh has shown for DECADES - when I hear there is a child missing I see Adam Walsh because his case was the first case I ever heard of and these father's are WARRIORS ❤️

[@shondahogan1487]

This is so very heartbreaking, my deepest condolences to the family's rip.

[@cysticcrystal2998]

the emotional pain in his voice when he says his son’s name is just heartbreaking

[@Vinny.X]

It's so ridiculous that everyone thinks these sociopaths can be fixed with mental health counseling as well as prison rehabilitation. You aren't going to fix sociopaths. All you can do is box them away.

[@ndee1472]

Society should not be responsible for paying for them. Rope is cheap and can be reused.

[@nifty1940]

@@ndee1472 Couldn't agree more.

[@saeed7099]

@@nifty1940 idiotic poorly thought out bs. FYI, there are many sociopaths (don't know if Cruz is one) that aren't murderers. There are also many god fearing fathers who murder their wives.

[@nifty1940]

@@saeed7099 So, obversely, you defend a mass murderer, and define his punishment, on what basis again?

[@saeed7099]

@@nifty1940 he got a fair trial and received his judgement. You may argue that he deserved to die. I took issue with your comments supporting mob justice.

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

I'm so glad that the victims' families FINALLY had the opportunity to do this. It seems cathartic, as well as providing us with facts that appear to have been hidden. Thank you, Mr.Schachter. May the hearts of the families be granted solace.😔🙏🏽🤲🏽❤️

[@BostonHorticulture]

I am so Truly sorry to everyone that day that suffered. My Condolences.

[@scarlettmartinmd9131]

My heart hurts for these people. I lost my 22 year old son suddenly and know that pain! I am fortunate that our story was a bit different. I cant imagine any of my kids losing their life in this manner. God bless these sweet victims and their families!

[@marcopolo4576]

It's so disgusting that being a defense attorney has devolved from getting the defendant a just and fair trial, to winning at all costs; truth be damned.

[@trishferris7355]

Thank you for putting into words what I was thinking.

[@dawnatkinson7704]

Yep. Those people sold their souls.

[@ba_charles]

that's their job you rube, they're LEGALLY REQUIRED to try to win at all costs. you can't have a fair trial if your lawyer isn't trying to win. grow up.

[@beverleycumming1876]

Its always just a game to win…

[@lancepheng]

Yea I have no remorse for lawyers that get ambushed outside of work.

[@harukoito918]

Been watching this father the whole trial. He is so committed and passionate pursuing justice. Sorry the system failed you guys. This brought me to tears. Stay strong and RIP Alex. Your family will spend rest of their lives honoring you.

[@butterflyray1]

Those defence lawyers have got to be the most vile lawyers I have watched. Karma I truly hope finds everyone of them, along with that thing they defended!

[@andreamcgibbon4913]

Wow poor man. His statement is like a closing argument, such powerful words. 😢

[@J4Jclips]

These poor families 😞

[@regulartower588]

Great man and father. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[@intelligentduck9255]

If spirits and afterlife is a thing, look how hard your dad's fighting for you, Alex

[@yvonnefairman4129]

Such a wonderful father well spoken person and good man, I wish you peace

[@jengapaws]

This man is amazing

[@elizabethslatt381]

He was very good on his impact statement.

[@Romulan2469]

Yes he is! He would make a great prosecutor if he wanted to be!

[@timeless8536]

Give him an Oscar🕴

[@Romulan2469]

@@timeless8536 He completely owned that defense team. Complete legend!

[@timeless8536]

@@Romulan2469 It went right over your head, didn’t it? Yes, he read the Script that was given to him very well. So convincing that he even fooled people like yourself.

[@DG-si2vp]

The most powerful statement made. My heart goes out to him. May the sorrow that sits at the root of his anger, be healed by God. May him and his family be comforted by the holy spirit.

[@w.w.heisenberg8044]

Respect to you Sir.

[@samiraa4243]

when he mentioned the book tour of the attorney and his “mommy’s death”... goddam

[@nancybeamesderfer1995]

The money the defense lawyers will get from this trial should bring them nothing but heartache and trouble. After all that therapy and he STILL wants to kill - doesn't sound to me that any more therapy would help. The jurors should also seriously search their souls for rendering the punishment they rendered.

[@Sara-xk1ns]

JurOR, it was only 1 who wouldn’t vote death penalty and it has to be unanimous

[@elizabethslatt381]

Agreed the defense gave a pity party for the jury. Which was so wrong. And the jury fell for this and he should have been handed a death sentence

[@davidneraas750]

No there were 3 jurors and I praise them for standing up against the mob.

[@Josh-ed5ct]

@@davidneraas750 Where is this mob? You mean the people voicing their opinion that is different than the 3, and yours apparently? They are weak, and couldn't choose to do what is right because it was against their pre-deternined decisions and were unwilling to adapt to a situation where they should have.

[@Josh-ed5ct]

@@davidneraas750 They took the easy way out. The difficult and correct choice would have been to veer from their made up minds and hand out the only sentence this maniac deserves.

[@pamelahynson6049]

The system turned their backs on that monster.. He didn’t slip through the cracks.. He waved and smiled the whole time he walked out each door. The system needs held accountable for those harmed..

[@derekhauser6780]

This verdict was unjust entirely. I think someone lied to get on the jury. This is exactly the extreme case the death penalty is for. Every defense attorney that lied should be disbarred.

[@yungrich267]

This was a great impact statement! More power to that sad dad.. may your boy rest in peace. The so called “justice system “ failed 17 families

[@spiritualfaith2670]

I dont know why , but I really like this guy , for no special reason. I just think that he's likable.

[@amy2asia]

I do too. His speech was great.

[@FazMaTaz]

Rest In Peace, Alex. Your father is amazing.

[@shimmer8289]

The reason medicine and psch services didn't work is you cannot medicate or counsel a anti social personality with homicidal tendencies. The psychiatrist explained this. The jury ignored. 🙄

[@debbiea9262]

I will forever remember this man. And I will never forget his son Alex.

[@micalah8282]

I hope that this man is able to find some semblance of peace. It’s been heartbreaking to watch him. To see how deeply this has injured him.

[@necihines8042]

I felt this in MY heart!

[@blinkbunny9781]

My goodness you can really feel his outrage And throughout the trial I watched his reactions in the gallery, he was always outraged at the defense, rightfully Very powerful, well said

[@jeansalzman2.012]

I love this man! What a wonderful father. I am so sorry, Dad.

[@miryanacolton5674]

So eloquently and powerfully presented. Gut wrenchingly sad.

[@patin319]

This father did his research. Well prepared speech!

[@Miss.831]

My heart goes out to all the families. It is beyond sad. My boyfriend lost his son and it’s an unimaginable pain I saw and still see to this day. I’m shock at how much therapy and mental health services he’s had. He had more then enough help. It’s on him wether he used it. He’s gotten 100x more help then I did from all the times I went to rehab. Mind blowing. And that was $90,000 to go. Thankfully I had insurance each time. In the beginning I had a small, very small, amount of empathy towards him. That vanished completely. I think he did deserve the death penalty.

[@j-genx2395]

Cruz's looked as tho he was killing all over again with his evil death stare throughout.

[@222HelloGoodMorning]

Proud of this dad!!!! And Joaquin’s mom for speaking the truth!!!!!! Respect for these parents ❤

[@b.l.8611]

This is so painful to watch. I feel so sorry for these families. None of them will ever be the same. I only pray that there is some resolve for their pain. So sorry for all of your losses, people care about each of you!

[@6701kirby]

“He didn’t fall off the grid he was the grid” … that statement speaks volumes

[@michaelaustin808]

it is sad that murderers in this country have more rights then the victims

[@TheIndependentLens]

Still loving those people on the left? They are why it’s like that. They keep claiming the availability of guns is why & no, it’s because you refuse to punish these people for their crimes.

[@jes6628]

How dare this news organization cut off this man mid sentence

[@oldmangranny5oldmangranny56]

There was a technical issue.

[@dasaxophonist]

Why wasn't this told to the jury? He should have testified this beforehand

[@okami1101]

He's not an expert nor a person who knows Cruz personally, most of what he's say would be considered Hearsay Even though it isn't

[@dasaxophonist]

@@okami1101 seems factual. He provides dates and times, this is what the state prosecutors should have done to debunk his mental health claims further or for closing arguments

[@okami1101]

@@dasaxophonist I know it's fact but The problem is the source If all this "facts" came from the father Then it would consider "bias" facts And any good defense attorney can argue that And get the testimony thrown out Even though it's fact, it's the prosecution job that's Needs to present it in a way that doesn't seem bias And come from a nonbias source

[@dasaxophonist]

@@okami1101 oh okay. Yeah the prosecution should definitely have presented this. Similar to how Camile Vasquez did

[@Elgallonegro666]

Great job sir 🙏💔🖤

[@kmgreves]

Lawyers like these defense lawyers should be struck off ,, lying to win a case is disgusting

[@elizabethslatt381]

You people are a disgrace to the profession.

[@Romulan2469]

I agree. Those defense attorneys should be disbarred.

[@quovadis5908]

Brilliant speech that took apart defense closing. Sir, I am so sorry for your loss --- if anything good from this it will be that you will be a powerful advocate for victims. More eloquent than any of the lawyers!

[@bluegreybaby]

This dad needs to run for office!