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Judging Sam: Millennial Frauds

Against the Rules: The Big Short Companion

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Courtroom Contrasts: Holmes vs. Bankman-Fried

This chapter compares the courtroom strategies and public personas of high-profile defendants Elizabeth Holmes and Sam Bankman-Fried. It explores how Holmes skillfully garnered sympathy and navigated her trial more effectively than Bankman-Fried, despite both facing serious legal challenges. Additionally, the chapter examines the implications of their interpersonal communication styles, public branding, and societal perceptions on their respective cases.

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