Louis E. Newman
By Louis E. Newman
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Opinion The Thrill of Repentance
A series of writers answer the question: Do we still know how to atone? The evidence is everywhere: Bernie Madoff announces that he is sorry to have caused his family pain, but then defends himself, saying that he only “made rich people richer;” Anthony Weiner first lies about his behavior, then admits his mistakes, but…
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Opinion The Pity of Bernie Madoff
Bernard Madoff is in prison. All indications are that he will spend the rest of his days there, which is surely where he belongs. Still, many express concern that he will get off too easy, and urge that he be made to suffer as his victims have suffered. Some would have him assigned to clean…
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