A few weeks ago I ws pleasantly pleased to link to my daughter Natasha’s first report from the scene of the murder trial  of Jesse James Hollywood, the character memorialized in the film “Alpha Dog.”

Now, she publishes her second installment, reflecting on her friendship with the victim, Nick Markowitz as well as on the oddities of a jury trial. It’s worth your time and attention.  Here’s the link. Here’s the lede:

SANTA BARBARA—The last time I saw Nick Markowitz was at a West Hills house party in the summer of 2000. We were both about to be high school juniors. By that time most of us had gained credentials to be granted access to this sort of party—lost our virginities, gained our driver’s licenses. The parents of whomever were away, and bongs were dutifully on display to advertise the nature of the get together. In spite of the video games, shitty beer and backwards caps, it all felt very adult. Read on.

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