Most of the time I write copy to promote an agent. It might be their bio; it might be a web page for buyers or sellers; it might be a custom prospecting letter or perhaps a brochure.
This morning, something unusual came my way.
My good friend and client Loretta Maimone called to ask me to write a letter. But this letter had nothing to do with her and her business. It was in support of a friend who is seeking a review by the Clemency board for an early release from prison.
This gentleman, who was a State Attorney in Florida until his arrest, has been in prison for 5 years following a disasterous lapse in judgment. He attended a ball game, had a little too much to drink, and ended up killing someone when he made a wrong turn.
Because of his position, the state threw a "heavier book" at him than on others who have been in the same situation. He got a 10 1/2 year sentence.
Because of his high profile and his many years of work with non-profits in the community, he believes he can bring the message of "Don't drink and drive" to a great number of people who just might listen to someone who will live the rest of his life regretting that he did. That will certainly do more good for the community than he can do sitting in prison for another 5 1/2 years.
I hope the letter I wrote will help his cause, and I admire Loretta for giving me the assignment.
And now... I wonder what tomorrow will bring?
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