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Saying no, Angel's attorney said after his hearing, was in part an act of "petty empowerment." In custody for over four months, the teenager was told what to eat, when to wake up, and where to go. "He wanted something to control."
âWe are so excited this year to collaborate with so many community-based organizations on these important events,â said Robin Cannon, President of the Staten Island Alumnae Chapter. âIt truly embodies our commitment to service, education, and empowerment by offering resources and opportunities that enrich the lives of those in our community.â