I can't help but think that he should be glad he stood trial already; if this case were to be prosecuted today, I doubt he would get off with a plea bargain for unlawful sex with a minor.
I think the Swiss authorities did the right thing in light of their extradition treaty with the United States, and I'm glad our authorities have never lost sight of this case. Polanski has been a fugitive for too long; he needs to serve his time.
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If I am not better, at least I am different. --Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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