Rachel
sowster.bsky.social
Rachel
@sowster.bsky.social
Democracy geek, travel lover, reader, mom. Opinions are my own. These are my daily musings.
How much did DOGE spend?
April 25, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Don’t let people tell you our justice system doesn’t work. It works because of the people who care deeply about getting it right. And that, more than anything, is what ensures just outcomes.
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February 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I hope that my colleagues would consider me part of that group. More importantly, I appreciate how their work has shaped me over the past fifteen years, allowing me to evolve into a better prosecutor and human being.

4/5
February 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
though she acknowledged my plea offer and sentencing recommendation were fair.

In that moment, I reflected on how remarkable our justice system is—not because it is perfect, but because of the people dedicated to upholding fairness, integrity and justice. They are the best America has to offer.
3/5
February 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
ensured that the victims’ interests were addressed, and discussed the defendant’s actions with him before she determined the appropriate sentence. One of the best defense attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with gave an impassioned and reasonable argument for some leniency, though
2/5
February 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM