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Defendant in Teen-Sex Case 'Not Bitter'

After 2 years in prison, Wilson wants to be a mentor to others

By Nick McMaster, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 29, 2007 5:36 PM CDT

(Newser) – Genarlow Wilson is home and, far from being bitter, making plans to help others learn from his mistakes. "I feel I have a testimony to share," he said on this morning's "Today" show. Wilson, 21, was freed Friday after serving 2 years... Read full story »

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