143 Quotes About Abuse-of-power

You’re right, Jen, of course,” she capitulated. “I’m sorry. You’re going through hell, and I’m pontificating instead of being compassionate,” Lynne admitted.“Pontificating? Interesting choice of words for a nonbeliever,” Jennifer chuckled.

These were children. Gerry was their priest. Who could disagree that these children were not justified in trusting their priest? Nobody!

Zachary notified the local newspapers and all pertinent radio and television stations. He called a press conference at the home of his client, Jennifer Tracey, to announce the filing of a major multimillion-dollar lawsuit against a major religious institution. The dye had been cast. A long, tough road lay ahead. For Zachary, Jennifer, Kenny, and Jake, there was no turning back.

Let me get this straight,” countered Zack. “You’re telling me there is some secret fellow in the church whose job it is to deal with molestation cases when they occur?

She’ll be angry,” Kenny argued. “She’ll be mad at me for not protecting Jake. That’s my job.”Tough job for someone so young . . .

Because for her, money isn’t the issue. This is about revenge, payback, even worse, justice.

Focus, Blake! Everything will fall into place. What would I have if I lost this case? I'd have nothing, no one—same as before.

But, is this right for my family? The plan was centered on publicity. Would the boys have to testify? Newspaper reporters would hound them. What would things be like at school? Kids could be so cruel. Would the boys be subjected to cruel jokes about sexual desires and preferences? Was her imagination carrying her away, or were these realistic fears?

She was right to be angry. He did violate every condition she placed on the resolution of the case. He never thought she was serious. But she was, and his blunder was going to cost him the case of a lifetime. I can do this her way! If she wants the case to be public, then public it shall be! If she wants to turn down $1.1 million, I'll get her $2 million—whatever she wants! I have to convince her!