It was during her times Patrick Sonnier and Robert Lee Willie that, Prejean realized the importance of having a stable and supportive upbringing. ... It wasn't until Prejean became involved in the plea for Patrick Sonniers life that she began to fully see the social divide within the law. ... Had Patrick Sonnier been involved in killing two black teenagers, Millard argues, he would have never been sentenced to death. ... If he were to commute Pat Sonniers sentence what long-term effect would that have on his political career? ...

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