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The Jessica Lunsford tragedy
Reaction to the verdict
By Times staff
Published March 8, 2007
"It's not over yet. This is only the first part. We've still got the second part. If you want to be excited about it, okay ... but not yet, not for us." -- Mark Lunsford, Jessica's father "He took Jessie from us. I want death. I don't think that's selfish." -- Angela Bryant, Jessica's mother "We saw our justice system at work today as John Couey was convicted for his heinous crimes against one of Florida's children. This verdict is one step closer to justice for Jessica Lunsford and so many others who were taken too early in their lives." -- Gov. Charlie Crist "Americans must remember that John Couey is only one of thousands of sexual predators around the nation. It is very sad, but parents in every neighborhood and community should remain vigilant in protecting their children from strangers." -- Rep. Ginny Brown-Waite, R-Brooksville "Folks, use your common sense." -- Pete Magrino, prosecutor, during closing arguments Wednesday
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