I appreciate that the judge took into account all the mitigating factors.

Obviously we're disappointed with this decision. My client has instructed me to explore our legal options.

I understand their reaction is based on their personal loss. Revenge and retaliation are never appropriate goals.

Mr. Beauchamp feels horrible about what happened that day.

I think the punishment has to be measured in just doses. The punishment aspect has to be measured to the degree of intent.

If you really want to diminish a candidate, depict him as the foil of his handler. This is as old in American politics as politics itself. It's easy to point at me. I'm convenient.