Would-Be Ford Assassin Released

American Voices

August 14, 2009 | ISSUE 45•33

After 34 years in prison, former Manson family member Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme was released from prison today. What do you think?

Looks like Ford really dodged a bullet with that death of his a few years back."

Paul Hart
Systems Analyst
I wish her well, though I have no idea what she will do on the outside. About the only employment she qualifies for is a small acting role in a John Waters film.

Leah Norton
Radiologist
It's just as Charles predicted. The prophecy of Squeaky’s imprisonment and release were encoded in the Beatles' "Savoy Truffle." Helter Skelter is nearly upon us!"

Lee Frisco Hudgess
Drifter

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