Twelve Strangers·Part 1 of 4
Eleven to One
After three days of testimony, twelve strangers sat in a windowless room with a table, a jug of water and one question: had Danny Walsh stolen eleven thousand dollars from the restaurant where he worked? Mr. OkaforBefore we begin, let's see where everyone stands. Raise your hand if you believe he is guilty. Eleven hands went up within seconds. The twelfth, which belonged to a night-shift nurse named Diane, stayed on the table. TylerYou can't be serious. He had the keys, he was alone in the building, and the money disappeared. What else do you need? DianeI need to be sure. Not almost sure. Sure. Mr. OkaforThat is her right, Tyler. Our job is to deliberate, not to vote and go home.
