"I'm not gonna sit here and be disrespected." You think you deserve respect, Mr. Brooks? You think there's anything about you that deserves to be defended? How dare you complain about disrespect after listening to what you did to victims the whole day.
I'd just called him out and say "you are currently here for the fact you are guilty of 73 charges resulting in 6 deaths , 60 injuries and beating your girlfriend ..you are getting all the respect you deserve and more by us calling you Mr. Brooks and not intimate number "
I sobbed listening to these. Friends asked me why I was doing this to myself. Because it’s important. He tried to make a mockery of this trial and the victims, it’s important to hear what they have to say, what they experienced, because this trial has been about proving the justice the victims deserve. If it’s possible to listen to them while still preserving your own mental health, it’s important to listen to them, no matter how hard it is.
I have a 12 yr old son and not gonna lie I went and checked him out of school early just to spend time with him. He asked why I checked him out early and I told him about DB and what he did and the deaths and injuries he caused and about the impact watching this trial and the victim impact statements are having on me. He asked why I kept watching when it was making me cry? I was honest and told him these victims are strong as hell and survivors and deserve to be heard and seen and I and many others are giving them the time and respect they deserve.
This is exactly how I feel. I wasn't able to watch all of it live so I'm watching it now, but I have to take a break every so often. I'm a little over half way now and need to watch something else for a little bit. These people are so strong and brave to go up and speak.
I feel the same way. I need to finish this, too. There's been more than a few times that I've started sobbing. I've taken a few breaks, but I'm making my way through it. It's absolutely heart breaking.
I’m glad that the victims actually called him out on his eye rolling & head shaking so it will be a permanent part of the court transcript…”For The Record.”
His mother deserves to be penniless the rest of her life. She gave her car to her son, who she claimed to know was mentally ill and suffered rage induced blackouts. Three weeks earlier, he tried to run over his ex-GF with her SUV. She bailed him out and let him continue to drive the car. As the owner of the car, I believe she is civily liable. Don't get me started on the pro-criminal Milwaukee DA.
@KT I wondered if that DA would come up in a statement. His thoughtless and reckless decision making is very well known now. I read about all of it 2 weeks ago. 😡
@@tinavasquez7206 I wonder when these public servant DA will start putting the safety of law abiding citizens first rather than the criminals especially v the violent ones
Yes this father of four calling him out as an abuser is perfection! Strong parents. I’m keeping you all in my prayers. You were all remarkably strong in the months following this horror and especially today. ❤
His statement was the only one I had to skip forward on halfway through because I couldn't handle it... :( Not that any of the other statements were less horrifying/impactful or anything like that of course, but something about the way he told his story just broke me. I wish I could've listened to him the way I managed to listen to all the other victims and families of, because each and every one of their's story is important and deserves to be heard. Lots of love to this community all the way from the Baltics ❤
I believe the three people are 1) his mother, 2) his grandmother and 3) the mother of one of his children. Earlier he was asking if his daughter could be on the call while her mother talks. The judge said if she's quiet, she'll allow it.
What he really hated was the plain truth that he is not in control. That's what THIS WHOLE THING was about. He was mad because Kory and Nick prevented him from controlling Erika, he wouldn't "bow" to the police barricade because that would be letting them control him, he drove through the parade instead of going out a side street because they can't tell him what to do, and then he drove over people because he's a toddler child who refuses to follow the rules. He got the most angry when she said that "like it or not, he isn't in control here at all".
@@jenniferlawrence1372 exactly and the fact that his lost of control on November 21, 2021 is the reason why he's in the situation. Its not because of his mental illness that his mother claimed was no longer there as he began adulthood.
It's mind-boggling that the only person not moved by listening to these stories is the person who is responsible for every single bit of it. Thank you, Emily, for creating a safe space to provide witness and support to these poor people.
The judge in this trial has my deepest respect, the parents and victims of this horrific tragedy have my heart....may justice be received and may God Have Mercy On His soul
@Laurie Plantamuro I have to say that I agree with those who don't believe that he deserves any mercy (on his soul or otherwise). He showed NO MERCY to anyone at the parade, period. I believe in God and I believe in Hell. Hell is where he belongs.
Ugh Emily when your little man came in for a hug ( while we’re listening to these poor kids testify) broke me. I felt that hug as a mom. Perfect timing dude. We needed to feel that love! 💕
Wow, the gentleman that spoke on behalf of his sister (right before Brooks was yeeted) really got me! I think Brooks acted out right then to distract from that powerful testimony.
Listening to the victims was hard but so necessary. They are who we all needed to listen to. Hugging my kid a little tighter today🙏🏽 God bless all these beautiful families they truly show how lovely and strong this community is.
What an awesome gift from JJ Watt, no huge press release with it or anything else to try and "grab credit". Just giving back to his community looking for nothing in return. What a stand up guy. I read he also sent personalized messages to some of the survivors during their recovery. Just awesome.
JJ has fans everywhere for his usually quiet contributions to good causes. I heard that he also donate the funds for the school shooter funerals in Uvalde, TX.
"After you hit me, i got back up and started dancing.. I hardly missed a beat....... all you had to do is ask, and you might have danced along with us.." -This absolutely broke me, worse than anything else I've heard💔 this man was beautifully eloquent and so powerful with his words..
That's the one quote that I can't not feel super emotional at. Everyone in that parade wanted all the people there to have a fun time, and I don't disbelieve that had they not met under Brooks's massacre, they'd really accept him to take part for the brief moment in time the parade should have taken. People just trying to bring joy to their community and all who were there, and they were mercilessly brutalised by this... And the term needing to be used is: attack, as said by the DAs, and the judge over the sentencing hearings. All he had to do was not commit mass murder. It truly was that simple, and that's why I find him so perplexing. He's just, like nobody else I've ever seen or heard of read of in my life
I agree. His statement was so profound and powerful. Its a shame it fell of deaf ears. Its disgusting that his first and only reaction ro jt was ranting about how HE was being treated unfairly; suggesting that there's a conflict of interest because the judge knew the victim The world is a better place without him roaming around, causing pain and destruction.
I know you streamed this almost a year ago but I just watched it again and I cried like a baby. These victim families are so sad and had to face a disrespectful murderer
I thought I was stronger than this, but I bawled through so many of these statements. We are only human, after all. I don’t even know these people, but my heart aches with them across the country. I hope that community can and will heal after this.
Gosh, his eye rolling and disdain throughout all this is literally making me sick to my stomach. It's absolutely disgusting behavior. I've been praying for the victims all day.
Hearing the entire record of DB’s past crimes, does make that comment someone made about the District Attorney who let him out on bail 2 days before the parade make a lot of sense.
@@whynot1606 one of the Dad’s pointed out that the head DA had worked on bail reforms that made it possible for DB to be released a few days before the attack.
SENTENCING. You, blurry shadow that was once human: you will not rejoice under the rays of the sun, because that is only enjoyed When you've really have lived. You, sad being that you will barely be smoke: you will not discover how magical it feels the cold of one snowflake, because that is only found under the warm and loving embrace from someone who cares for you deeply. You, ashes that were barely fire: you will not know what it is to be the light in the footsteps of those you leave behind. You will not be the candle nor the memory that leads life forward. You, emptiness that lacked a soul: you will not even be a moment frozen in time, a picture on the wall, because that destiny is reserved only for those who are going to be missed and remembered with a heart full of pride. A shadow forever you will be. An entity forever you will be. Ash that won't even turn to dust. You'll just be silent emptyness where not even the crows dance, nor do the echoes sound, nor the night will give you the comfort of anonymity. You will never be laughter in the evening, a tear coming down in the morning, a song piercing the night. Not even this poem is yours. No. Yours will be the endless pilgrimage, full of sharp stones, fathomless abysses and there will not be a single place where you can rest your weary mind. Even oblivion hates you. And when death comes, Your ghost will be spit out of the grave again and again and again and again, denying you rest. Because rest is only reserved for those who have truly honored life. -------------------------------------------------------------- I've written this poem in memory of the victims and it will be forever dedicated to their families. I apologize if the grammar is not correct. English is not my first language. Sincerely, Anahí Ledesma Navarro.
Beautiful words for the victims and harsh words for DB but doubt he understands his impact. Maybe time, lots of time he will figure it out. Thank you for sharing.
At around 3:40:00, the woman in the tan turtleneck is my new hero. She is amazing and had to say everything that needed to be said. And i say "had" to say, because she needed that weight lifted from her heart. She NEEDED that... She is my spirit animal, and I am SO glad she said a lot of what we were all thinking. (Though you know she likely wanted to say even more than what she did.) Go you girl.
I watched this entire trial on a different channel but today I knew I needed to watch it with you. I cried with you and appreciated every remark you made cheering on the victims and the prosecution. Thank you for helping me and so many of us get through this powerful and hard day. Sincerely- a new subscriber 💔♥️
I did the same..was watching on another channel but held in a sob to come over here to cry with Emily and everyone here . This was hard to watch. DB was and still is so disrespectful
I hope his mother/family is listening to all of these impact statements. I realize the fault lies with only on Brooks himself, but they need to hear all of this. Truly heartbreaking. The strength of these people is incredible.
Emily you are a gift to all who are lucky enough to find your channel. I’m an ugly crier-eyes swell etc. and I’ll be swollen tomorrow. 🙃Your honesty here has given me permission to cry. Thank you. Thank you. ❤ you are special.
The little girl who got up and spoke about her sister not waking up for 2 weeks and her parents not being home so she felt so alone. I hear her so much. My family trauma was differnt but I was her. I know that pain, and that feeling. Not in the exact way but i heard her. When I was 11 my older sister got cancer, my older brother made choices and was removed from the home. My dad was constantly working to try and pay the hospital bills. My mom, sister and little brother spent all thier time at the hospital 2 hours away. I was left to cope with the feelings and be in charge of my little sister. Just as in this girls story it wasnt something her psre ts choose to do. It was how they were surviving. It was the same with my family, but you still feel alone and then feel guilty for feeling that way.
I PRAY that Darryl Brooks is able to find it in his heart to stand up during his time to speak, say "I am sorry", and sit back down.. I pray he does not use this time for anything but giving the victims even the smallest form of closure..
I cannot imagine giving a statement and pouring my heart out… and that piece of sh*t acting as he is and not having a drop of remorse, acting like this is a waste of his time. My heart goes out to all of the victims and those having to figure out how to go on after his actions
This dude is going to have to listen to whoever tells him what to do in prison including staff and inmates. Probably worse than any physical torture or pain he could endure.
@@teliriasiban826 😂😂😂 Thank you - thank you so much. I’m lol’ing so freaking hard at your comment right now & it feels really good to laugh again after watching all of this.
The darker part of me is wishing there was a way to sentence him to having these victim impact statements played to him on full volume every second that he lives from now on.
Emily, mods and the entire Law Nerd Community. Thank you for coming together and holding space to listen to the families & friends who lost people they hold dear and honor their lives and their stories. ❤❤❤
The little girls statement got me. They will forever have trauma. She said while waiting at the bus stop, and the cars come by to near. Forever, that is forever!!
Listening to Jackson's mother say "my mumma soul aches for him" instantly brought a lump to my throat and haunts me because you can hear her pain. She is an amazingly strong woman xx
I have been watching this in segments throughout the day. It is difficult to hear but I felt the need to. Their stories and pain deserve to be heard. They have more strength than I. May their lives be blessed from this moment on.
Omg the college, first year GOT ME!! I remember sending mine to college, early at 17 for her bachelors … we both cried for days !! I can’t imagine what this young lady went thru as far as emotions but glad she has a big sister ❤
Granny, I'll see you in my dreams. Completely broke me. Truly heartbreaking, she is a strong, courageous little girl.i hope she takes comfort in knowing her granny is her guardian angel keeping her safe
This case has had this old woman who never cries bawling like l had lost my mind, l cried so much my face is chapped. Thank you Ms. Emily, You made this so much more bearable. I feel so much for all of those families.
I feel like the male ADA moved to the far side of the table because he was ready to jump DB. The looks he eas giving him earlier in the day were above all the least he wanted to do but the only thing he's allowed to do. Everyone in that court room showed the most amazing amount of strength. Idk if I could have done the same.
He’s not turning around and looking at the victims, but it appears he is using the monitor in front of him as a mirror to see them. Notice how he looks at the left side of the monitor as victims change places. These victims are amazingly brave and honest.
As a nurse, I remember accompanying doctors to tell families that their loved one had died. The family would look at us hopefully, wanting us to give them good news. I would think to myself, we are going to change your lives forever with the news we are about to give you.
Oh Cherri, I CANNOT IMAGINE. Bless you for being there for those families during such a rough time in their lives. I really appreciate the work that nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals do everyday. In my opinion, what you do is at the HEART OF HUMANITY.❤
Uggh, then the doctor walks out of the room leaving the nurse to do clean up. They would look at me for an alternate answer. I think the cancer or brain dead news was always the most disturbing. The nurses are used as a buffer, and it really stunk.
JJ Watt is so nice. He did so much for Houston when he was playing for the Texans. I know he went to Wisconsin - I think he’s from there. So sweet UPDATE: I just googled this, and in July 2022 a woman tweeted her fundraiser selling her signed JJ Watt Texans shoes to pay for her father’s funeral. JJ Watt saw it and paid for it 😭
Houstonian, born and raised; can confirm that JJ is a class act. I’ll happily cheer on any team he plays for, but fingers crossed that he never makes his way to the Titans or the Cowboys. 😉
I lost my grandmother almost 2 years ago. I'm so greatful for the time I got with her, but I also wish she'd been around longer. To see my daughter grow older, learning more, and so on. I know my grandmother was proud of me for working in health care. She was old and she was sick, it was just her time. But it doesn't hurt less because of that. I still miss her, every single day. The 12th of november she would have been 87 years. I feel soo much for all these victims. I'm fortunate to not have lost my beloved grandmother by the action of someone else. But my heart goes out to all of these victims.
I’m in Australia. I was trying to stay awake for this last night, but eventually fell asleep. I had nightmares all night imagining what these families went through. I can not, in any way, wrap my head around his assertion that his conscience is clear. May his black heart rot until the day he meets his maker and gets his endless justice.
Emily: What a gut crunching trial. These impact statements are so haunting. The little girl that spoke about her grandma...OMG....my heart is shattered. Not enough kleenex in the world for this.
My boyfriend walked in today to find me surrounded by tissues with puffy eyes. At first he was worried….then he saw the defendant on the tv. He asked “Isn’t this over? I thought he was convicted.” I replied “He was, this is the victim impact statements.” He gave me a weird look and asked why I was subjecting myself to listening to this. He’s convicted, he’s going away for life. Through tears I replied, “I sat through his entire circus of a trial, he had his moment. This is what it’s really about. These people who are still trying to pick up the pieces of their lives. How can I not listen to them? This is the most important part!” He just hugged me and handed me more tissues. ❤️😥
@@Bella_Obscura that's EXACTLY how I feel as well. We gave him our attention, and these stories deserve it infinitely more. Yesterday sucked, I cried all day long. But the sadness I felt is nothing compared to what these families and community have gone through. Which is why I listened to every word they said and felt a small fraction of their pain with them. These beautiful souls that were lost and the people injured and all the loved ones and community members traumatized and hurt are the ones this whole thing is about. It's so important for as many people who can to hear their stories. And I'm so glad Emily has brought this community together so we have each other to listen with.
All of these statements got to me and brought tears, but the one that hit me hardest was the little girl who spoke about her grammy making commentary on her and her sisters foot race... some might say such an inconsequential thing, but it's showing how something so silly and fun can bring so much joy and love and light to her grandchildren. It reminds me of all the silly things my gran did with me and my brother. This is such an important part of the trial but it's also the hardest part.
This was also the DAs opportunity to stick it to him. There were no restrictions on what they could discuss. They made sure to bring up every single charge that he ever had, especially the SA.
I was in and out a lot today so I couldn’t comment on a live video. But I have been with you all day for these heartbreaking stories from a very strong community. Many of my friends asked why I listened to these statements when it had nothing to do with me and the simple answer is this community deserves to be heard and supported by everyone. 💙💙💙
As Queen Elizabeth said, Grief is the price we pay for love, and boy was there grief during these impact statements, the love I felt watching every single victims impact though, came through like nothing else. I sobbed for hours on end, so strong.
Hello Law Nerds. I am watching this replay in Australia heartbroken and in tears listening to these incredibly brave, strong souls share their stories of the impact of this atrocity on their lives and the lives of those who may not have been injured physically but injured emotionally and spiritually. Listening to these statements has given me a greater understanding of the impact on the community as well. In Australia we were made aware (through our media) about this incident however not being a “breaking news” story it was quickly forgotten by many. I was both sickened and horrified to find out later that this was a deliberate act (despite certain media trying to create an alternative narrative). As a mother and grandmother of daughters who as dancers have also participated in many parades, I tried to put myself in your places, I tried imagining the horror and terror experienced by all these beautiful people and tried to understand the reasons for this act of violence. There had to be a reason right? There just had to be! Failed brakes, failed steering, wrong turn, stuck gas pedal, I searched for anything to make sense of it, but no, it was the act of an individual who had no regard for anyone but himself. Determined to destroy life and love, faith and hope, determined to cause as much pain and grief as he could. What a coward, an absolute coward and weak, pathetic individual. Here he was, a grown man DB, safe and shielded behind the wheel and chassis of an SUV, deliberately running down tiny, fragile bodies who didn’t have the protection of steel to shield them from impact. Watching DB’s attitude of arrogance, coldness, defiance, lack of sorrow, guilt, shame, empathy, or even any comprehension of the trauma and pain he has caused has also changed me. I have now witnessed true narcissism at its very worst. Lastly, please know that so many of us Aussies have prayed for you all, cried with you all and share in your broken heartedness. I am inspired by your strength, faith and courage to face this individual boldly and powerfully share your stories. I so wish that I could give each of you a great big Aussie hug. I have no words that could ever ease your pain and I know this message can in no way articulate the depth of what myself and many feel about this tragedy. Please know there are so many people world wide who support and love you. Sending love and lots of it from Western Australia.. xx
I think he likes hearing what he's done. It's almost like he relishes in it. The looks on his face, the arrogance. I may be wrong but the vibe I am feeling is he's almost proud. Such a sick vile person.
I don’t think he looked very proud when the 4 deputies surrounded him and took him to jail which is the first step and then to prison until he expires - I think he will become a jailhouse preacher or lawyer
Omg.. The husband of Virginia and the daughter(s) of Jane, I haven't cried that hard in a long time.. I mean ALL of these statements were heartbreaking.. So much raw emotion.. These people are strong AF!!! I don't know how they have been able to keep it together, the way they have.. It's inspiring and courageous!! RIP Virginia, Jane, Lee, Tamara, Wilhelm and Jackson.. I hope you all are singing and dancing and at peace in Heaven.. There will be a ton of people so excited to see your lovely faces again one day, perfect strangers included 😓💔🙏🏽
Emily thank you so much for covering the sentencing with such compassion , it was difficult, and even more so for you with your past experiences, but we appreciate you taking the time to guide us through this. 🙏💜💜
Watching the DA review his pending charges from prior offensives is a class in micro-expressions. She manages to keep her voice even, but whenever she talked about the domestic battery issues, the tight lips and crinkled nose is pure disgust.
I’m replay crew to this; I’m usually pretty able to go with people to their dark places, but this broke me. Thank you Emily for holding space for these victims - and us - to share the load with the people so terribly affected by this … ‘human’. We love you and I’m sending everyone hugs from Australia. Please look after yourselves ❤️
You are so right!!!! Listening to these statements has taken me into a darker place than I have ever cared to see. It doesn’t matter if they are calm and articulate or angry and filled with rage…I am brought to tears for each and everyone of them! This is rawer than anything we saw in the trial! This trial should put to bed once and for all that there is a little good in everyone!!!! There isn’t any in Darrell Brooks!!!!! Frankly I am surprised that all the speakers have restrained themselves as much as they have! Thank you Emily, thank you DA team, thank you JJ Watt…and thank you all who spoke yesterday and today! Thank you judge!!!
I honestly think his outburst was intentional to get removed solely to ROB the victims of speaking directly to him. I’m literally sick to my stomach….😢
Exactly he was just waiting to get kicked out. He loves that he can interrupt and cause problems. Hopefully he’ll finally be stuck by himself and won’t have anyone to torture anymore. I doubt he’ll ever feel any remorse for his actions, rather he will continue to feel sorry for himself.
@@taylors445 I agree, Taylor. I don’t think he wanted to rob the victims of speaking directly to them, because he asked to come right back instead of staying gone. I think it was absolutely about getting attention and breaking their momentum to return control to himself. Vile garbage.
@@Lilc97Jax exactly he loved the fact that these people were getting upset by his disgusting behavior. Mocking them by clapping and the fake prayer was so sickening. He loves any and all attention. By the looks of it he basically craves negative attention. I only meant he wanted to cause more chaos and knew that would get him kicked out to cause more delays. He knew the judge wanted him in the courtroom so the victims could talk directly to him. He definitely wanted to be in the courtroom for the victim impact statements but also wanted to delay the trial any chance he could.
I was watching all day live . I love this community so much . Thank you everyone who shared personal experiences and thoughts . Thank you Emily , for just being you and just being with us.
I watched live and when I listened to Jenny’s husband and he said she was retiring after the parade just hit me full force. I’m even bawling as I watch this. I look at my husband and think that I wouldn’t be anywhere near as strong if my Alan was taken in the manner. And the “when there is Thunder, a Rainbow, or Sun through a cloud statement sent me over the edge……. God Bless everyone of these pure souls…
Translation from Brookese: "There's a kid waiting to talk that I injured or killed someone in their family, but it's more important that I yell over the judge as she speaks, about how i'm not interrupting her & that she's somehow in the wrong for trying to do her job & how that she's somehow the disrespectful one for me being so disrespectful! It's my first amendment right to yell fire in this crowded theater, y'all!" Just had to get that off my chest... Edit: That Sorenson Family is SO POWERFUL! I can't stop crying. The Kulichs are awesome also. SO MOVED. BOBCAT!!! North America's top urban predator!
My hero is the Marine who left it all out there. He called out the system that allowed Brooks back on the street, the woke DA of that county, and even Brooks own mother for enabling his behavior. Bad DAs and parents enable so much horrific crime, but few are willing to talk about it, and even fewer are given such a powerful platform to say it.
I GUARANTEE that the tension in that courtroom shot sky high the INSTANT he spoke up around the 21-22 minute mark..... That has to be such an uncomfortable room to be in...😡💔💔
I'm so glad you chose to stream even the victim statements. I didn't even know that was a thing, and it has made me realize how blessed I am to not have to have known that was a thing. I want to look into being a victim advocate. Thank you for creating such a great community to learn and laugh, but also to love and grieve together.
I do like how the judge always gave him a chance to comeback in court that way he can have NO reason for appeal on technicalities. He plays dumb but knows exactly what he’s doing and the pain he inflicted
I would tell him that he will be nothing to his daughter other than an embarrassment and she will grow up resenting, hating, and denying/ignoring his existence.
I love how many praised her. Especially that teenager that spoke for so many. Saying how angry he was every time a ruling went for Brooks, how he thought she was too lenient. But than people explained the law the situation the reasons. And he`s grateful now. The judge was fantastic. She gave him every chance to present his case too and show if there is any excuse for anything that would at least help the victims understand . She made sure he had a fair trial because everyone deserves one even if the evidence is so overwhelming. This way he`ll rot in prison. Being disrespected and told what to do for the rest of his life. He will never get out on parole and the appeal will be laughed out of court.
Thank you for streaming this Emily, it was a tough watch - many tears were shed but I really needed to listen to everyone’s beautiful words to remember their loved ones and wish everyone impacted nothing but love and happiness
These impact statements really are a huge point in favor if advocating for service dogs in the court or DA office (whichever it is) or anywhere really. Bc almost every person who gave a statement that included an acknowledgment of the staff or gave thanks to them, they pretty much all included the service dog “Pepper” in that statement. That means Pepper had to have made an impact on them thru those hard times and been something they were thankful was there. Sounds like a wounderful program to me. ❤
What is incredibly sad is these kids will be forever reliving this. When I was a teen I was involved in a head in collision. I broke 17 bones and to date have had 30 surgeries. The arthritis and the long term damage is insufferable. By the age of 42 I have now had to have 2 total knee replacements, ankle replacement (which is new and risky and almost lost my foot,) ankle fusion. I have osteoarthritis, degenerative bone disease, thinning of neck and spine, and am unable to work or do the things I want to do with my kids because I can’t walk for long periods. My heart hurts for them.
You are the best! “ brooks now u pissed off the marines” “ yes u can get a legal finding of STFU” Thanks for making a tough thing to watch a little easier.
I spent tonight in my daughter dance studio watching this and I kept looking at her and her teammates. I hugged my girl and her friends a bit tighter tonight. Emily thank you
Love that they are making the victims human. They are coming to life through their words. This is hard but needed so that we remember them and forget the defendant in this case. Let's forget his name while we remember them. Thanks Emily, I cried so many times, right along with you. Bless you and hugs for your compassion
So heartbreaking. This impacted me as a total stranger. Sending much love to these people. I would never be able to forgive Brooks. His own Mother can claim mental health, a failure of the system, but no excuse is good enough. Brooks knows right from wrong. He is fully to blame, and even if he did apologize, he wouldn't mean it or feel it. Nothing will ever change that.
Having heard these stories, it makes the statements of his mother and grandmother null and void. God will heal them in time. I hope God works on Darrell’s heart, but I don’t see any signs of God’s Grace on him yet.
The girls from the dance team words are bringing back memories from when I was in 2nd grade and on my way to school when a cat ran a red light as we were crossing the street with a crossing guard, my older sister was behind me and she grabbed me and pulled me out of the way but the two boys I was walking with got hot by the car. I remember seeing one of the boys flying through the air after being hit. I am 62 these children will never forget those images. I hope and pray for their mental health and hope they can heal together.
The eye rolls are seriously frustrating! He has no cares for these people speaking on those lost or surviving… I’m praying for this families and victims. 😢
Sometimes I fear that encasing myself with and absorbing so much true crime I become, or already became, a bit jaded and blunted by all of it... But hearing that sweet little girl says "see you in my dreams, grandma" had me bawling.
Replay crew bearing witness. I don't know how you did it in one sitting, y'all. These big sisters are devastating my soul, so I'm taking a break. I'll be back though. These people deserve to be heard. Sending all of the love to the people in Waukesha. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
"I'm not gonna sit here and be disrespected."
You think you deserve respect, Mr. Brooks? You think there's anything about you that deserves to be defended? How dare you complain about disrespect after listening to what you did to victims the whole day.
'Call me out my name again'... and what Mr. Brooks? Lol and what will you do.
He`s gonna spend a life in prison being disrespected :)
I'd just called him out and say "you are currently here for the fact you are guilty of 73 charges resulting in 6 deaths , 60 injuries and beating your girlfriend ..you are getting all the respect you deserve and more by us calling you Mr. Brooks and not intimate number "
Respect is a given, DISRESPECT is earned, and he's earned ALL the disrespect from these people.
I hope they're able to heal some day
@@Mandy-nt2cs Right! 😂🤣🤣🤣
I sobbed listening to these. Friends asked me why I was doing this to myself. Because it’s important. He tried to make a mockery of this trial and the victims, it’s important to hear what they have to say, what they experienced, because this trial has been about proving the justice the victims deserve. If it’s possible to listen to them while still preserving your own mental health, it’s important to listen to them, no matter how hard it is.
My husband and mum kept asking me the same thing. I said I have to see this til the end. I have to listen to them now.
I have a 12 yr old son and not gonna lie I went and checked him out of school early just to spend time with him. He asked why I checked him out early and I told him about DB and what he did and the deaths and injuries he caused and about the impact watching this trial and the victim impact statements are having on me. He asked why I kept watching when it was making me cry? I was honest and told him these victims are strong as hell and survivors and deserve to be heard and seen and I and many others are giving them the time and respect they deserve.
Agreed.
This is exactly how I feel. I wasn't able to watch all of it live so I'm watching it now, but I have to take a break every so often. I'm a little over half way now and need to watch something else for a little bit. These people are so strong and brave to go up and speak.
I feel the same way. I need to finish this, too. There's been more than a few times that I've started sobbing. I've taken a few breaks, but I'm making my way through it. It's absolutely heart breaking.
I’m glad that the victims actually called him out on his eye rolling & head shaking so it will be a permanent part of the court transcript…”For The Record.”
Wow the man that holds Darrell his mother and the district attorney accountable. Well spoken. And so impactful.
His mother deserves to be penniless the rest of her life. She gave her car to her son, who she claimed to know was mentally ill and suffered rage induced blackouts. Three weeks earlier, he tried to run over his ex-GF with her SUV. She bailed him out and let him continue to drive the car. As the owner of the car, I believe she is civily liable.
Don't get me started on the pro-criminal Milwaukee DA.
@KT I wondered if that DA would come up in a statement. His thoughtless and reckless decision making is very well known now. I read about all of it 2 weeks ago. 😡
@@tinavasquez7206 I wonder when these public servant DA will start putting the safety of law abiding citizens first rather than the criminals especially v the violent ones
Yes it was.
That means the people of milawaukee should vote him out
Yes this father of four calling him out as an abuser is perfection! Strong parents. I’m keeping you all in my prayers. You were all remarkably strong in the months following this horror and especially today. ❤
The husband of the dancing granny broke my attempted wall against tears. Heart goes out to them all ❤
I am a mess.
I lost it at that part. He reminds me so much of my own grandpa♥️
His statement was the only one I had to skip forward on halfway through because I couldn't handle it... :( Not that any of the other statements were less horrifying/impactful or anything like that of course, but something about the way he told his story just broke me. I wish I could've listened to him the way I managed to listen to all the other victims and families of, because each and every one of their's story is important and deserves to be heard. Lots of love to this community all the way from the Baltics ❤
Wow, Darrell went from having 20 people come for him to three. But hey, that's two more than I thought he'd have come to support him.
Unlikely anyone will show...after today how cud his mother use her voice to defend or mitigate his bevior.
I think he is 1 of 3?
3 more than he deserves
@@patin319 Well yeah, but I always expected him to count himself. Heck, I thought he'd count himself three times, been a "sovereign citizen" and all.
I believe the three people are 1) his mother, 2) his grandmother and 3) the mother of one of his children. Earlier he was asking if his daughter could be on the call while her mother talks. The judge said if she's quiet, she'll allow it.
Hearing the facts isn't what upset him. It was hearing DA being "disrespectful" and saying he has no redeeming qualities.
well he killed 6 and injured countless others; I feel that would outweight any an all "redeeming qualities" he may think he has
That and when she called him a chicken
Disrespectful to him os hearing the truth!!!
What he really hated was the plain truth that he is not in control. That's what THIS WHOLE THING was about. He was mad because Kory and Nick prevented him from controlling Erika, he wouldn't "bow" to the police barricade because that would be letting them control him, he drove through the parade instead of going out a side street because they can't tell him what to do, and then he drove over people because he's a toddler child who refuses to follow the rules. He got the most angry when she said that "like it or not, he isn't in control here at all".
@@jenniferlawrence1372 exactly and the fact that his lost of control on November 21, 2021 is the reason why he's in the situation. Its not because of his mental illness that his mother claimed was no longer there as he began adulthood.
It's mind-boggling that the only person not moved by listening to these stories is the person who is responsible for every single bit of it.
Thank you, Emily, for creating a safe space to provide witness and support to these poor people.
I cannot stand hearing the word mind boggling with out getting angry and disgusted.
@@jinaringhofer5379 🤷♀️
It is so important that we bear witness to what these people went through.
"Bear 🐨 witness" lol
Why exactly?
Amen! We really did. God bless your heart for saying it!❤
@@angelah7094 if you don’t understand why, you’ve never been a victim of violence honey. No disrespect intended with my response ❤
❤ absolutely.
The judge in this trial has my deepest respect, the parents and victims of this horrific tragedy have my heart....may justice be received and may God Have Mercy On His soul
@Laurie Plantamuro I have to say that I agree with those who don't believe that he deserves any mercy (on his soul or otherwise). He showed NO MERCY to anyone at the parade, period. I believe in God and I believe in Hell. Hell is where he belongs.
Ugh Emily when your little man came in for a hug ( while we’re listening to these poor kids testify) broke me.
I felt that hug as a mom. Perfect timing dude. We needed to feel that love! 💕
Respect for the man who called out the ppl who enabled him & his crimes. Much love to all who have forever been hurt & damaged.
Wow, the gentleman that spoke on behalf of his sister (right before Brooks was yeeted) really got me! I think Brooks acted out right then to distract from that powerful testimony.
Naaah, he wanted to leave the courtroom. He thought if he threw a big enough tantrum he could get out of this uncomfortable experience of the truth.
Listening to the victims was hard but so necessary. They are who we all needed to listen to. Hugging my kid a little tighter today🙏🏽 God bless all these beautiful families they truly show how lovely and strong this community is.
What an awesome gift from JJ Watt, no huge press release with it or anything else to try and "grab credit". Just giving back to his community looking for nothing in return. What a stand up guy. I read he also sent personalized messages to some of the survivors during their recovery. Just awesome.
JJ Watt does stuff like that all the time. Wonderful, generous, compassionate man.
JJ has fans everywhere for his usually quiet contributions to good causes. I heard that he also donate the funds for the school shooter funerals in Uvalde, TX.
"After you hit me, i got back up and started dancing.. I hardly missed a beat....... all you had to do is ask, and you might have danced along with us.."
-This absolutely broke me, worse than anything else I've heard💔 this man was beautifully eloquent and so powerful with his words..
That's the one quote that I can't not feel super emotional at. Everyone in that parade wanted all the people there to have a fun time, and I don't disbelieve that had they not met under Brooks's massacre, they'd really accept him to take part for the brief moment in time the parade should have taken. People just trying to bring joy to their community and all who were there, and they were mercilessly brutalised by this... And the term needing to be used is: attack, as said by the DAs, and the judge over the sentencing hearings.
All he had to do was not commit mass murder. It truly was that simple, and that's why I find him so perplexing. He's just, like nobody else I've ever seen or heard of read of in my life
I agree. His statement was so profound and powerful. Its a shame it fell of deaf ears. Its disgusting that his first and only reaction ro jt was ranting about how HE was being treated unfairly; suggesting that there's a conflict of interest because the judge knew the victim
The world is a better place without him roaming around, causing pain and destruction.
I know you streamed this almost a year ago but I just watched it again and I cried like a baby. These victim families are so sad and had to face a disrespectful murderer
I thought I was stronger than this, but I bawled through so many of these statements. We are only human, after all.
I don’t even know these people, but my heart aches with them across the country. I hope that community can and will heal after this.
The children break my heart, no child should ever know this darkness
You are strong. Crying is not weskness. Its the strenght to truely feel. Something DB does not have.
Gosh, his eye rolling and disdain throughout all this is literally making me sick to my stomach. It's absolutely disgusting behavior. I've been praying for the victims all day.
When he gets to prison they will roll his eyes for him the prisoners are watching all this on their tv
@@raymenke4409 goodness I hope so. I hope he 'rots slowly' and regrets his actions for the rest of his pathetic life.
Hearing the entire record of DB’s past crimes, does make that comment someone made about the District Attorney who let him out on bail 2 days before the parade make a lot of sense.
What was the comment?
@@whynot1606 one of the Dad’s pointed out that the head DA had worked on bail reforms that made it possible for DB to be released a few days before the attack.
The mean angry look on his face after those little girls spoke. I just can’t.
He is possessed by the devil.
SENTENCING.
You, blurry shadow that was once human:
you will not rejoice under the rays of the sun,
because that is only enjoyed
When you've really have lived.
You, sad being that you will barely be smoke:
you will not discover how magical
it feels the cold of one snowflake,
because that is only found
under the warm and loving embrace
from someone who cares for you deeply.
You, ashes that were barely fire:
you will not know what it is to be the light
in the footsteps of those you leave behind.
You will not be the candle
nor the memory that leads life forward.
You, emptiness that lacked a soul:
you will not even be a moment frozen in time,
a picture on the wall,
because that destiny is reserved
only for those who are going to
be missed and remembered with a heart full of pride.
A shadow forever you will be.
An entity forever you will be.
Ash that won't even turn to dust.
You'll just be silent emptyness
where not even the crows dance,
nor do the echoes sound,
nor the night will give you the comfort of anonymity.
You will never be laughter in the evening,
a tear coming down in the morning,
a song piercing the night.
Not even this poem is yours.
No.
Yours will be the endless pilgrimage,
full of sharp stones,
fathomless abysses
and there will not be a single place
where you can rest your weary mind.
Even oblivion hates you.
And when death comes,
Your ghost will be spit out of the grave
again and again and again and again,
denying you rest.
Because rest is only reserved
for those who have truly
honored life.
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I've written this poem in memory of the victims and it will be forever dedicated to their families. I apologize if the grammar is not correct. English is not my first language.
Sincerely, Anahí Ledesma Navarro.
Beautiful words for the victims and harsh words for DB but doubt he understands his impact. Maybe time, lots of time he will figure it out. Thank you for sharing.
Hauntingly beautiful and well said.
That was the single most beautiful piece I’ve ever read. PLEASE publish this 😭
I started crying reading this, so beautiful, thank you for sharing this
That is absolutely beautiful 💙💙💙💙
At around 3:40:00, the woman in the tan turtleneck is my new hero. She is amazing and had to say everything that needed to be said. And i say "had" to say, because she needed that weight lifted from her heart. She NEEDED that... She is my spirit animal, and I am SO glad she said a lot of what we were all thinking. (Though you know she likely wanted to say even more than what she did.) Go you girl.
I watched this entire trial on a different channel but today I knew I needed to watch it with you. I cried with you and appreciated every remark you made cheering on the victims and the prosecution. Thank you for helping me and so many of us get through this powerful and hard day. Sincerely- a new subscriber 💔♥️
I did the same..was watching on another channel but held in a sob to come over here to cry with Emily and everyone here . This was hard to watch. DB was and still is so disrespectful
Same. I had to watch it with Emily.
I hope his mother/family is listening to all of these impact statements. I realize the fault lies with only on Brooks himself, but they need to hear all of this. Truly heartbreaking. The strength of these people is incredible.
Emily, you have been a strength to watch this with, thank you
The hug at 2:55:45 is so moving and is what many of us did after watching this. Sending love to all those suffering the loss of a loved one.
Emily you are a gift to all who are lucky enough to find your channel. I’m an ugly crier-eyes swell etc. and I’ll be swollen tomorrow. 🙃Your honesty here has given me permission to cry. Thank you. Thank you. ❤ you are special.
The little girl who got up and spoke about her sister not waking up for 2 weeks and her parents not being home so she felt so alone. I hear her so much.
My family trauma was differnt but I was her. I know that pain, and that feeling. Not in the exact way but i heard her. When I was 11 my older sister got cancer, my older brother made choices and was removed from the home. My dad was constantly working to try and pay the hospital bills. My mom, sister and little brother spent all thier time at the hospital 2 hours away. I was left to cope with the feelings and be in charge of my little sister. Just as in this girls story it wasnt something her psre ts choose to do. It was how they were surviving. It was the same with my family, but you still feel alone and then feel guilty for feeling that way.
I PRAY that Darryl Brooks is able to find it in his heart to stand up during his time to speak, say "I am sorry", and sit back down.. I pray he does not use this time for anything but giving the victims even the smallest form of closure..
I cannot imagine giving a statement and pouring my heart out… and that piece of sh*t acting as he is and not having a drop of remorse, acting like this is a waste of his time. My heart goes out to all of the victims and those having to figure out how to go on after his actions
This dude is going to have to listen to whoever tells him what to do in prison including staff and inmates. Probably worse than any physical torture or pain he could endure.
Agreed!
'Jurisdiction, Warden?'
Yup…and I find that fact absolutely glorious. 😈
@@teliriasiban826 😂😂😂
Thank you - thank you so much. I’m lol’ing so freaking hard at your comment right now & it feels really good to laugh again after watching all of this.
The darker part of me is wishing there was a way to sentence him to having these victim impact statements played to him on full volume every second that he lives from now on.
Emily, mods and the entire Law Nerd Community. Thank you for coming together and holding space to listen to the families & friends who lost people they hold dear and honor their lives and their stories. ❤❤❤
The little girls statement got me. They will forever have trauma. She said while waiting at the bus stop, and the cars come by to near. Forever, that is forever!!
Listening to Jackson's mother say "my mumma soul aches for him" instantly brought a lump to my throat and haunts me because you can hear her pain. She is an amazingly strong woman xx
🙏🙏✝️
These angry men in the beginning talking about their mothers are making me so sad, too.
Listening to the daughter who lost her mom broke me. I cannot imagine losing my mom, especially like this!
Here crying with the families. Praying they find some peace while they continue to grieve.
I have been watching this in segments throughout the day. It is difficult to hear but I felt the need to. Their stories and pain deserve to be heard. They have more strength than I. May their lives be blessed from this moment on.
Omg the college, first year GOT ME!! I remember sending mine to college, early at 17 for her bachelors … we both cried for days !! I can’t imagine what this young lady went thru as far as emotions but glad she has a big sister ❤
Granny, I'll see you in my dreams. Completely broke me. Truly heartbreaking, she is a strong, courageous little girl.i hope she takes comfort in knowing her granny is her guardian angel keeping her safe
This case has had this old woman who never cries bawling like l had lost my mind, l cried so much my face is chapped. Thank you Ms. Emily, You made this so much more bearable. I feel so much for all of those families.
Hugs to you, Tina ♡
I feel like the male ADA moved to the far side of the table because he was ready to jump DB. The looks he eas giving him earlier in the day were above all the least he wanted to do but the only thing he's allowed to do. Everyone in that court room showed the most amazing amount of strength. Idk if I could have done the same.
He’s not turning around and looking at the victims, but it appears he is using the monitor in front of him as a mirror to see them. Notice how he looks at the left side of the monitor as victims change places. These victims are amazingly brave and honest.
As a nurse, I remember accompanying doctors to tell families that their loved one had died. The family would look at us hopefully, wanting us to give them good news. I would think to myself, we are going to change your lives forever with the news we are about to give you.
Oh Cherri, I CANNOT IMAGINE. Bless you for being there for those families during such a rough time in their lives. I really appreciate the work that nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals do everyday. In my opinion, what you do is at the HEART OF HUMANITY.❤
Uggh, then the doctor walks out of the room leaving the nurse to do clean up. They would look at me for an alternate answer. I think the cancer or brain dead news was always the most disturbing. The nurses are used as a buffer, and it really stunk.
As a grandmother of five girls and two boys…that little girls statement broke my heart.❤️🩹
JJ Watt is so nice. He did so much for Houston when he was playing for the Texans. I know he went to Wisconsin - I think he’s from there. So sweet
UPDATE: I just googled this, and in July 2022 a woman tweeted her fundraiser selling her signed JJ Watt Texans shoes to pay for her father’s funeral. JJ Watt saw it and paid for it 😭
Houstonian, born and raised; can confirm that JJ is a class act. I’ll happily cheer on any team he plays for, but fingers crossed that he never makes his way to the Titans or the Cowboys. 😉
JJ was born and raised in Pewaukee. One city over from Waukesha, where I was born and raised. It hits differently so close to home.
I lost my grandmother almost 2 years ago. I'm so greatful for the time I got with her, but I also wish she'd been around longer. To see my daughter grow older, learning more, and so on. I know my grandmother was proud of me for working in health care. She was old and she was sick, it was just her time. But it doesn't hurt less because of that. I still miss her, every single day. The 12th of november she would have been 87 years. I feel soo much for all these victims. I'm fortunate to not have lost my beloved grandmother by the action of someone else. But my heart goes out to all of these victims.
I’m in Australia. I was trying to stay awake for this last night, but eventually fell asleep. I had nightmares all night imagining what these families went through. I can not, in any way, wrap my head around his assertion that his conscience is clear. May his black heart rot until the day he meets his maker and gets his endless justice.
The DA read the card from Kentucky talking about people impacted all over this country. You're here proving it's even more than one country.
Emily: What a gut crunching trial. These impact statements are so haunting. The little girl that spoke about her grandma...OMG....my heart is shattered. Not enough kleenex in the world for this.
So agree! Sobbed all day. Prayers for the families. 😢
My boyfriend walked in today to find me surrounded by tissues with puffy eyes. At first he was worried….then he saw the defendant on the tv. He asked “Isn’t this over? I thought he was convicted.” I replied “He was, this is the victim impact statements.” He gave me a weird look and asked why I was subjecting myself to listening to this. He’s convicted, he’s going away for life. Through tears I replied, “I sat through his entire circus of a trial, he had his moment. This is what it’s really about. These people who are still trying to pick up the pieces of their lives. How can I not listen to them? This is the most important part!” He just hugged me and handed me more tissues. ❤️😥
Went through a whole box and almost an entire roll of toilet paper 😭😢
@@Bella_Obscura that's EXACTLY how I feel as well. We gave him our attention, and these stories deserve it infinitely more. Yesterday sucked, I cried all day long. But the sadness I felt is nothing compared to what these families and community have gone through. Which is why I listened to every word they said and felt a small fraction of their pain with them. These beautiful souls that were lost and the people injured and all the loved ones and community members traumatized and hurt are the ones this whole thing is about. It's so important for as many people who can to hear their stories. And I'm so glad Emily has brought this community together so we have each other to listen with.
All of these statements got to me and brought tears, but the one that hit me hardest was the little girl who spoke about her grammy making commentary on her and her sisters foot race... some might say such an inconsequential thing, but it's showing how something so silly and fun can bring so much joy and love and light to her grandchildren. It reminds me of all the silly things my gran did with me and my brother. This is such an important part of the trial but it's also the hardest part.
This was also the DAs opportunity to stick it to him. There were no restrictions on what they could discuss. They made sure to bring up every single charge that he ever had, especially the SA.
Couldn’t watch this without you Emily. Thank you for giving me a safe space to watch this.
I was in and out a lot today so I couldn’t comment on a live video. But I have been with you all day for these heartbreaking stories from a very strong community. Many of my friends asked why I listened to these statements when it had nothing to do with me and the simple answer is this community deserves to be heard and supported by everyone. 💙💙💙
Same, same
As Queen Elizabeth said, Grief is the price we pay for love, and boy was there grief during these impact statements, the love I felt watching every single victims impact though, came through like nothing else. I sobbed for hours on end, so strong.
Hello Law Nerds. I am watching this replay in Australia heartbroken and in tears listening to these incredibly brave, strong souls share their stories of the impact of this atrocity on their lives and the lives of those who may not have been injured physically but injured emotionally and spiritually. Listening to these statements has given me a greater understanding of the impact on the community as well.
In Australia we were made aware (through our media) about this incident however not being a “breaking news” story it was quickly forgotten by many.
I was both sickened and horrified to find out later that this was a deliberate act (despite certain media trying to create an alternative narrative).
As a mother and grandmother of daughters who as dancers have also participated in many parades, I tried to put myself in your places, I tried imagining the horror and terror experienced by all these beautiful people and tried to understand the reasons for this act of violence.
There had to be a reason right? There just had to be!
Failed brakes, failed steering, wrong turn, stuck gas pedal, I searched for anything to make sense of it, but no, it was the act of an individual who had no regard for anyone but himself. Determined to destroy life and love, faith and hope, determined to cause as much pain and grief as he could. What a coward, an absolute coward and weak, pathetic individual. Here he was, a grown man DB, safe and shielded behind the wheel and chassis of an SUV, deliberately running down tiny, fragile bodies who didn’t have the protection of steel to shield them from impact.
Watching DB’s attitude of arrogance, coldness, defiance, lack of sorrow, guilt, shame, empathy, or even any comprehension of the trauma and pain he has caused has also changed me.
I have now witnessed true narcissism at its very worst.
Lastly, please know that so many of us Aussies have prayed for you all, cried with you all and share in your broken heartedness. I am inspired by your strength, faith and courage to face this individual boldly and powerfully share your stories.
I so wish that I could give each of you a great big Aussie hug.
I have no words that could ever ease your pain and I know this message can in no way articulate the depth of what myself and many feel about this tragedy. Please know there are so many people world wide who support and love you.
Sending love and lots of it from Western Australia.. xx
I think he likes hearing what he's done. It's almost like he relishes in it. The looks on his face, the arrogance. I may be wrong but the vibe I am feeling is he's almost proud. Such a sick vile person.
That was the feeling I got too. He revals in it
I don’t think he looked very proud when the 4 deputies surrounded him and took him to jail which is the first step and then to prison until he expires - I think he will become a jailhouse preacher or lawyer
@@annylaurie422 or someone's girlfriend. They'll put that attitude in check real quick. Inmates don't like baby killers.
Whew…these families are so strong. Everyone stop right now and call your loved ones and tell them you love them. Thanks for covering this Emily.
I can’t believe he’s arguing with the judge during IMPACT STATEMENTS!!! So rude
Omg.. The husband of Virginia and the daughter(s) of Jane, I haven't cried that hard in a long time.. I mean ALL of these statements were heartbreaking.. So much raw emotion.. These people are strong AF!!! I don't know how they have been able to keep it together, the way they have.. It's inspiring and courageous!! RIP Virginia, Jane, Lee, Tamara, Wilhelm and Jackson.. I hope you all are singing and dancing and at peace in Heaven.. There will be a ton of people so excited to see your lovely faces again one day, perfect strangers included 😓💔🙏🏽
WOW, those first three speakers - AMAZING; then, "when they ask how she died, respond with 'Let me tell you how she lived'"...POW-ER-FULL!!!
Emily thank you so much for covering the sentencing with such compassion , it was difficult, and even more so for you with your past experiences, but we appreciate you taking the time to guide us through this. 🙏💜💜
I love the analysis of Phantom of the Opera from her kid. Bravo, Em. You raised a critical thinker. Non-emotional. We need more of those
Watching the DA review his pending charges from prior offensives is a class in micro-expressions. She manages to keep her voice even, but whenever she talked about the domestic battery issues, the tight lips and crinkled nose is pure disgust.
I’m replay crew to this; I’m usually pretty able to go with people to their dark places, but this broke me. Thank you Emily for holding space for these victims - and us - to share the load with the people so terribly affected by this … ‘human’.
We love you and I’m sending everyone hugs from Australia. Please look after yourselves ❤️
You are so right!!!! Listening to these statements has taken me into a darker place than I have ever cared to see. It doesn’t matter if they are calm and articulate or angry and filled with rage…I am brought to tears for each and everyone of them! This is rawer than anything we saw in the trial! This trial should put to bed once and for all that there is a little good in everyone!!!! There isn’t any in Darrell Brooks!!!!! Frankly I am surprised that all the speakers have restrained themselves as much as they have! Thank you Emily, thank you DA team, thank you JJ Watt…and thank you all who spoke yesterday and today! Thank you judge!!!
I honestly think his outburst was intentional to get removed solely to ROB the victims of speaking directly to him. I’m literally sick to my stomach….😢
Exactly he was just waiting to get kicked out. He loves that he can interrupt and cause problems. Hopefully he’ll finally be stuck by himself and won’t have anyone to torture anymore. I doubt he’ll ever feel any remorse for his actions, rather he will continue to feel sorry for himself.
@@taylors445 I agree, Taylor. I don’t think he wanted to rob the victims of speaking directly to them, because he asked to come right back instead of staying gone. I think it was absolutely about getting attention and breaking their momentum to return control to himself. Vile garbage.
@@Lilc97Jax exactly he loved the fact that these people were getting upset by his disgusting behavior. Mocking them by clapping and the fake prayer was so sickening. He loves any and all attention. By the looks of it he basically craves negative attention. I only meant he wanted to cause more chaos and knew that would get him kicked out to cause more delays. He knew the judge wanted him in the courtroom so the victims could talk directly to him. He definitely wanted to be in the courtroom for the victim impact statements but also wanted to delay the trial any chance he could.
I was watching all day live . I love this community so much . Thank you everyone who shared personal experiences and thoughts . Thank you Emily , for just being you and just being with us.
I watched live and when I listened to Jenny’s husband and he said she was retiring after the parade just hit me full force. I’m even bawling as I watch this. I look at my husband and think that I wouldn’t be anywhere near as strong if my Alan was taken in the manner. And the “when there is Thunder, a Rainbow, or Sun through a cloud statement sent me over the edge……. God Bless everyone of these pure souls…
Wow, that was HARD.
Thanks for giving the victim - survivors a space to seen and heard.
I'm so impressed by the strength and courage shown by all the people who spoke today!
Translation from Brookese: "There's a kid waiting to talk that I injured or killed someone in their family, but it's more important that I yell over the judge as she speaks, about how i'm not interrupting her & that she's somehow in the wrong for trying to do her job & how that she's somehow the disrespectful one for me being so disrespectful! It's my first amendment right to yell fire in this crowded theater, y'all!"
Just had to get that off my chest...
Edit: That Sorenson Family is SO POWERFUL! I can't stop crying. The Kulichs are awesome also. SO MOVED.
BOBCAT!!! North America's top urban predator!
My hero is the Marine who left it all out there. He called out the system that allowed Brooks back on the street, the woke DA of that county, and even Brooks own mother for enabling his behavior. Bad DAs and parents enable so much horrific crime, but few are willing to talk about it, and even fewer are given such a powerful platform to say it.
Remember these policies that allow these people back on the streets is a direct result of elected officials. Think about that next election cycle.
I GUARANTEE that the tension in that courtroom shot sky high the INSTANT he spoke up around the 21-22 minute mark..... That has to be such an uncomfortable room to be in...😡💔💔
I'm so glad you chose to stream even the victim statements. I didn't even know that was a thing, and it has made me realize how blessed I am to not have to have known that was a thing. I want to look into being a victim advocate. Thank you for creating such a great community to learn and laugh, but also to love and grieve together.
I do like how the judge always gave him a chance to comeback in court that way he can have NO reason for appeal on technicalities. He plays dumb but knows exactly what he’s doing and the pain he inflicted
I would tell him that he will be nothing to his daughter other than an embarrassment and she will grow up resenting, hating, and denying/ignoring his existence.
This amazimg beautiful woman JUDGE !!!!!
GIVE THIS JUDGE THE RECOGNITION SHE DESERVES!!!! 👏
I love how many praised her. Especially that teenager that spoke for so many. Saying how angry he was every time a ruling went for Brooks, how he thought she was too lenient. But than people explained the law the situation the reasons. And he`s grateful now.
The judge was fantastic. She gave him every chance to present his case too and show if there is any excuse for anything that would at least help the victims understand . She made sure he had a fair trial because everyone deserves one even if the evidence is so overwhelming. This way he`ll rot in prison. Being disrespected and told what to do for the rest of his life. He will never get out on parole and the appeal will be laughed out of court.
So difficult to hear but so necessary for the victims to share their stories. So incredibly touched by the victims bravery.
Thank you for streaming this Emily, it was a tough watch - many tears were shed but I really needed to listen to everyone’s beautiful words to remember their loved ones and wish everyone impacted nothing but love and happiness
These impact statements really are a huge point in favor if advocating for service dogs in the court or DA office (whichever it is) or anywhere really. Bc almost every person who gave a statement that included an acknowledgment of the staff or gave thanks to them, they pretty much all included the service dog “Pepper” in that statement. That means Pepper had to have made an impact on them thru those hard times and been something they were thankful was there.
Sounds like a wounderful program to me. ❤
It is hard to hear. But is valuable to allow these victims to speak as each and every person has had a significant impact
There were so many "I can't believe this dude's fucking audacity" moments today that I lost count.
Thank you Emily, your comments are vey caring, and so on point❤
What is incredibly sad is these kids will be forever reliving this. When I was a teen I was involved in a head in collision. I broke 17 bones and to date have had 30 surgeries. The arthritis and the long term damage is insufferable. By the age of 42 I have now had to have 2 total knee replacements, ankle replacement (which is new and risky and almost lost my foot,) ankle fusion. I have osteoarthritis, degenerative bone disease, thinning of neck and spine, and am unable to work or do the things I want to do with my kids because I can’t walk for long periods. My heart hurts for them.
You are the best!
“ brooks now u pissed off the marines”
“ yes u can get a legal finding of STFU”
Thanks for making a tough thing to watch a little easier.
Give him the max. Ready for tomorrow. Prayers for all of those victims and their families.
I have been crying for 5 hours. I tried not to take many breaks out of respect for the victims, they couldn’t take breaks out the past year.
Emily, I love you commenting to DB that he has the legal finding of STF up. 👏
I spent tonight in my daughter dance studio watching this and I kept looking at her and her teammates. I hugged my girl and her friends a bit tighter tonight. Emily thank you
Love that they are making the victims human. They are coming to life through their words. This is hard but needed so that we remember them and forget the defendant in this case. Let's forget his name while we remember them. Thanks Emily, I cried so many times, right along with you. Bless you and hugs for your compassion
People like DB is the reason I hold on so tightly to my kids.
So heartbreaking. This impacted me as a total stranger. Sending much love to these people. I would never be able to forgive Brooks. His own Mother can claim mental health, a failure of the system, but no excuse is good enough. Brooks knows right from wrong. He is fully to blame, and even if he did apologize, he wouldn't mean it or feel it. Nothing will ever change that.
Having heard these stories, it makes the statements of his mother and grandmother null and void. God will heal them in time. I hope God works on Darrell’s heart, but I don’t see any signs of God’s Grace on him yet.
Thank you Emily!! Thank you for sticking with this at first I came for your witty banter but I stayed for your acceptance and community feel.
Thank you for showing us the danger floof..much needed comic relief ♥ 😊
"Until today". Emily you amaze me. Thank you for being you!
Thank you for your fill day coverage. I’m here in WI and my heart is so broken by today’s victim statements. Love your channel.
The girls from the dance team words are bringing back memories from when I was in 2nd grade and on my way to school when a cat ran a red light as we were crossing the street with a crossing guard, my older sister was behind me and she grabbed me and pulled me out of the way but the two boys I was walking with got hot by the car. I remember seeing one of the boys flying through the air after being hit. I am 62 these children will never forget those images. I hope and pray for their mental health and hope they can heal together.
The eye rolls are seriously frustrating! He has no cares for these people speaking on those lost or surviving… I’m praying for this families and victims. 😢
And all the ugly crying 😭
My heart is so broken for these people. I can't even imagine the loss and trauma they have to endure.
Sometimes I fear that encasing myself with and absorbing so much true crime I become, or already became, a bit jaded and blunted by all of it... But hearing that sweet little girl says "see you in my dreams, grandma" had me bawling.
Replay crew bearing witness. I don't know how you did it in one sitting, y'all. These big sisters are devastating my soul, so I'm taking a break. I'll be back though. These people deserve to be heard.
Sending all of the love to the people in Waukesha.
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