Richard Jewell Quotes

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Richard Jewell was an American security guard who became widely known after being wrongfully accused of the 1996 Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta. Although he was eventually exonerated, the case brought significant media attention and highlighted issues of media ethics and justice. Jewell's story is remembered for its impact on the public discourse surrounding criminal investigations and media coverage.

"I want my name back."

"I want my name back."

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"I felt like a hunted animal, followed constantly, waiting to be killed."

"I felt like a hunted animal, followed constantly, waiting to be killed."

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"It's a bomb. I've already called law enforcement. Let's get out of here."

"It's a bomb. I've already called law enforcement. Let's get out of here."

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"I believe I am entitled to a public explanation."

"I believe I am entitled to a public explanation."

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"While the government can tell you that I am an innocent man, the government's letter cannot give me back my good name or my reputation."

"While the government can tell you that I am an innocent man, the government's letter cannot give me back my good name or my reputation."

Government, Man, Name, Reputation

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