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In truth, what else is aimed at
by this trial, except that it may be lawful to commit such acts? They are the accusers
who have invaded this man's fortunes. He is pleading his cause as defendant, to whom
these men have left nothing except misfortune. They are the accusers, to whom it was an
advantage that the father of Sextus Roscius should be put to death. He is the defendant,
to whom the death of his father has brought not only grief, but also poverty. They are
the accusers, who have exceedingly desired to put this man himself to death. He is the
defendant who has come even to this very trial with a guard, lest he should be slain
here in this very place, before your eyes. Lastly, they are the accusers whom the people
demand punishment on, as the guilty parties.
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