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November 20, 2011 · 9:33 PM

Why I dislike Casey Anthony prosecutor Jeff Ashton!!!

Hi Haters!!!

Before you judge me for speaking out on this topic, remember my blog is always opinionated and often controversial. When word of Ashton’s book came out, I wrote a blog titled Look who is Dancing with the Devil Now…Then, as now, I am questioning why people are so quick to judge the jury in the Casey Anthony case and not the prosecution. After all it is the prosecution who has the OBLIGATION to put their best efforts into convicting the defendant.

Now we have former prosecutor Jeff Ashton, who LOST the Casey Anthony case, on every show in America promoting his new book. At last the book is here. What a joke. This book and all of the media who pretend to like it and Ashton, is full of how bad Anthony is. Please Jeff, tell me more things I didn’t know. Of course Casey Anthony is awful, her actions illegal and careless and maybe she murdered her daughter and got away with it. At the very least, she acted in ways that no normal mother would ever understand or empathize with. But, that is not the point. Ashton and his team of lawyers had a case to win and they LOST.

Why did Ashton loose the case? I have always said arrogance and grandiosity. Two patterns of behavior in criminal thinking. Hmmm. Something he and Casey Anthony may have in common. Now we have more of the same from newly crowned media whore wanna be Jeff Ashton. He is smug, flip and blaming others on talk programs, instead of admitting that he bears some responsibility for the freedom of Anthony.

Remember, you cannot convict somebody of 1st degree murder simply because they get a tattoo and lie. Look at the population of people charged with crimes. They are all lying about something. The point is what and proving that.

Books like Ashton’s should tell a story and offer solutions and resources so that another child will not die and be treated the way Caylee Anthony was. The Jeff Ashton book does not. It is simply a tell all about his obsession Casey Anthony and a little about his other obsession Jose Baez. Jealous anybody?

Next time you spend money on a book ask two questions: what will I learn that helps make positive change and is the writer now shining a light on a greater cause like child abuse? Jeff Ashton YOU have committed a crime. You have misused your platform and helped nobody. Well, maybe not a crime, but your actions and lack thereof are a shame. People wise up and spend your time and money on helping children in need and stopping child abuse. There are great organizations like Child Help that can make a difference.

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September 15, 2011 · 5:19 PM

Is it all about the money, money, money???

Another day, another dollar? Well, not so fast when it comes to white-collar crime. Yet, money does appear to be the motive in many of the murder cases that are capturing our attention right now. This may seem an odd position, but having lived and worked with all types of offenders, money is rarely the motive for crimes that on first look appear to be crimes of financial greed. Think Mike Milken, Martha Stewart and the current case of Raj Rajaratnam. These people have been convicted of financial crimes, yet absolutely did not need the money. In many of these cases it’s more about the arrogance and entitlement.

But, in many current cases like Conrad Murray, Robert Ward and Gary Giordano do appear to be about the MONEY. These three are yet to be convicted but money is for sure in play. With Conrad Murray there is no doubt that he let things go way too far with Michael Jackson because he was being paid $150,000 a month! In the case of Florida ‘millionaire” Ward, it seems his now dead wife was about to testify in a financial case against him and spill secrets that could hurt him. And in the case of Giordano there is that little matter of the “travel insurance” policy taken out on missing Robyn Gardner.

So, can money troubles spell MURDER? Absolutely. While money may not cause one to commit murder, it sure can help people make some extra cash. Just look at the Casey Anthony case and the people surrounding the aftermath. Jose Baez, Cindy and George Anthony and probably Lee Anthony are all looking to cash in. Skeptical? Why else would the Anthony parents go on Dr. Phil and why oh why is Baez “representing” Giordano?

I firmly believe that change is possible in most cases. But, when money is the motive it is very hard to learn that lesson. And, add in the media and we have the crime du jour-fame game greed.

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August 31, 2011 · 9:34 AM

Look who really is Dancing with the Devil…

No, I do not mean Nancy Grace. In fact, Nancy will bring some excitement to the Dancing With The Stars cast. She is nothing if not passionate. I am talking about Casey Anthony prosecutor Jeff Ashton. Surprise, Surprise. Ashton has a book coming out soon. Wow, that was fast.

In fact, one has to wonder how he has the chutzpah to do this. Didn’t he just blow the “case of the century?” We must remember that Ashton was a STATE employee and with that he had an obligation to represent the people vs. Casey Anthony. So, not only did he laugh and act like a fool in court, he must have also been moonlighting while putting this book together. This is outrageous.

Some questions. While I proclaimed Ashton a member of the BAD PROSECUTORS Club weeks ago, he is really pushing it here. Let us not forget all of the money spent on this case and the money we are still spending with the probation blunder. Where was Ashton when Anthony was “serving probation” in jail? Writing a book of course!

I am the first to say that both sides, Ashton and Baez presented poor cases. Yet, Ashton had the truth on his side. His arrogance lost him the case and costs the rest of us millions of dollars. All of this and Casey Anthony is a free woman!

Now, if the shoes were on the other feet, we would be screaming if Casey Anthony or Jose Baez had books coming out now. The fact is that Ashton has a right to earn a living but not at taxpayer expense. So, while he collects his government pension and accepts no responsibility for the loss, we are still paying. OUCH!!!

Last question. How much of the proceeds will go to charities that benefit missing and abused children? And, I don’t mean the Anthony foundation. Mr. Ashton, change is possible and not only felons need to make changes. Start here and now and pay some of it forward. Nobody likes a taker and a looser.

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August 3, 2011 · 5:40 AM

Can Casey Anthony sue the State of Florida???

 

Surprise, surprise! There are so many twists and turns in the Casey Anthony case that one can barely keep up. As a former Wall Street person I know that timing is everything. So, let’s look at the suspicious timing in this case of late.

First all we must start with the very quick verdict and the timing of the release of Casey Anthony. Originally she was set to be released one day and then the Department of Corrections recalculated the date to one 4 days later. Huh?

Next, Casey is told that her probation for the check fraud convictions is over as she served it in jail? Really??? So, she is free and clear and off to an unknown location.

Then come the fake reports and sightings including one right back at Orlando airport. That is the silliest one of all. Florida is a Felony Register State and Anthony would have to register with the Sherriff’s department if she was there.

Then we have the networks all saying they are bailing, doubt it and so the Anthony team changes course and says Casey is in rehab because she needs treatment for serious mental health issues. Ya think??? This timing is also suspicious. Was the Baez team tipped off that the ex judge was going to amend his order and make Casey reserve her probation the typical way?

Last but not least, Judge Strickland’s timing? After all, he has had almost 3 weeks to figure this error of HIS out. But, he signs an order and goes on vacation?! Timing anyone?

So, now we are left with a huge legal fight and that means bill for the State, as Anthony has been declared indigent. Plus all of the court costs that have been rung up and get ready…

Casey Anthony may be in a good position to now SUE the State of Florida for unjust prosecution, discrimination and more. You name it. Casey Anthony, who needs a network gig, you’ve got Florida???

See what happens when even judges are looking for their fifteen miinutes. Errors and money, money, money. Same thing happened in the Lindsay Lohan case when the judge made an error and the probation department tried to violate Lohan and send her to jail. Well, surprise, surprise, the original judge had made an error and not ordered drug and alcohol testing past a certain date.

This week I discussed all that is Casey Anthony and more on Issues with Jane Valez Mitchell and Nancy Grace. But, there is so much more to tell!

The big question. Will Casey Anthony have to go back to Florida and serve probation, will she transfer her probation to where she is now or will the order be vacated? If so, watch for the Baez team to file a complaint and then a lawsuit perhaps?

And, did the State check to see where the $200,000 Casey received went before they declared her indigent? One thing is clear. Our criminal justice system is a mess and we can spell is Casey Anthony. Finally she is the poster child for something!

Stay tuned…

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July 29, 2011 · 10:09 AM

Why Casey Anthony will never get that million bucks…

Rumors are running rampant that Casey Anthony will get over a million dollars for an interview and maybe even a book. But look at the obvious. Anthony has a slew of legal troubles including IRS liens, her felony convictions, the appeal of her most recent convictions for lying and various civil suits. Even if she were to receive money, she would either not be able to keep it or she would lose her indigent status and therefore her defense in the criminal matter that is on appeal would have to be funded by her and not the state.

Add all of this to the fact that Casey Anthony cannot file bankruptcy easily and cannot make herself judgment proof. She simply will have to take this slowly and continue to accept the help others are giving her. Yes, others are funding her life now and her parent’s lives as well. How else do you think they are all living the life?

Certainly a network has not already paid cash directly to any of them, so who is?

The benefactors are front end paying the bills for their own reasons. Then, a network deal can come later after Casey cleans up and has proper coaching. Believe me, she is in therapy and coaching and maybe even having media prep.

And, at the end of the day if she does receive a money deal, she will have to pay her debts and then make a long term plan. Even a million dollars will NOT last forever and this high school dropout needs forever.

As for the parents, Cindy and George, who is funding them? Somebody is and we will soon learn. Expect them to do an interview before Casey.

No doubt Casey Anthony needs cash, but she also needs therapy and long term planning. Where she gets this or if she gets this is anybody’s guess. But, first Casey Anthony must stop playing the victim and start doing something for somebody else. How about donating a portion of any proceeds to charity? That could start what is truly needed here-some Restorative Justice.

Stay tuned. Change is possible. Maybe!

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