Ruth Markel - Part 2

May 16, 2023

Ruth Markel, a mother turned advocate, channels her grief from her son Dan's murder into a relentless pursuit of justice and legislative change. The discussion dives into pivotal moments in the investigation, unveiling connections to key suspects linked to the Adelson family. Ruth shares her emotional journey, including the impact of grief unveilings and navigating the complexities of the justice system. Her fight for the Markell Act, aimed at grandparent visitation rights, highlights her resilience and commitment to honoring her son's memory.

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Intro

00:00 • 1min

Resilience and Legacy: The Journey of Ruth Markell

01:30 • 9min

Unraveling the Markell Murder

10:25 • 8min

The Significance of Unveiling in Grief Processing

18:25 • 4min

Unraveling Grief and Justice

22:08 • 15min

Solitary Reflections and Legal Triumphs

37:10 • 17min

Justice Disparities and Honoring Victims

53:54 • 2min

Affordable Wireless Plans Without Hidden Fees

56:04 • 2min

Ep 127: A mother’s worst nightmare and her grief leads to her ongoing quest for justice and her push for new legislation

This is the Ruth Markel story with a tribute to her son, Dan Markel

Link to Ruth's book, The Unveiling

Sources for Today's Episode:

The Unveiling by Ruth Markel
An interview with Ruth Markel
20/20 episode “Over My Dead Body”
Fox News
Florida Politics
Wctv.com
Original Jurisdiction

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