He was an instructor at Fuller and Denver seminaries and the U.S. Air Force Academy. It is undisputed that Plaintiff resided at the Home voluntarily. Arguinzoni receives a salary of $70,000 a year, officials said, and the church raises about $1 million in revenue each year. "Everyone is encouraged to duplicate what Sonny started," said Saupe, the former rehabilitation home director. The money, they say, is used to support a high lifestyle for Pastor Sonny and other top church leaders. I knew I was dead or dying in a coma because they made sure I stayed out of reality even in sleep. I would, on occasion, go to the Home as a church leader and meet with residents to provide help with their progress in adjusting to life out of prison. "Now it's the world.". The Victory Home is designed to reclaim, redeem, and restore lives that have been consumed by drugs, alcohol and/or other substance abuse. They shared the basic tenants of the Gospel: God loves them and has the power to change their lives. Who else, they ask, is trolling America's streets, retrieving "treasures out of darkness," an Old Testament phrase that Arguinzoni often uses to describe his tough and tattooed following. Now if your refering to us paying out tithes and offerings, thats the Word of God out of the Bible, not something the ministry thought up! Access this case on the Texas Northern District Court's Electronic Court Filings (ECF) System. Loyalty and money, say church leaders, are little to ask in return. Victory Outreach is required to disclose little about its finances because it is a church. Victory Outreach collects rent, said former members, as well as a 10% tithe from everybody's pay. He wears a Rolex watch, drives a BMW and travels the world on church business. 0000004591 00000 n My religion is the religion of believing in every religion. Defendant shall provide notice and file proof of such with the Court. We feel that once that happens, that's when they begin to get stronger and they begin to get victory over the drugs.". For Immediate Release January 14, 2022 SAN DIEGO, CA - January 14, 2022- On January 14th, Californians for Equal Rights Foundation (CFER), along with three San Diego parents, reached a settlement agreement with the State of California, the California Department of Education (CDE), and the State Board of Education (SBE), in response to a lawsuit filed on September 3, 2021. One pastor describes prayer as "getting loaded on the Holy Ghost." Do you have updated information to help us investigate the company? Although it receives mainstream praise, Victory Outreach lies well outside conventional Christianity. I didn't agree with all the rules and rehab doctrines. Description. rehabs. Alvarado, the Victory Outreach spokesman, said that the average church gives far less than $20,000 a year and that many new churches survive only with financial help from headquarters. Victory Outreach is an international, church-oriented Christian ministry called to the task of evangelizing and discipling the hurting people of the world, with the message of hope and plan of Jesus Christ. The family says the church should . Defendant moves for summary judgment on Plaintiffs complaint for negligence. The state also had received 17 complaints about Victory Outreach facilities, including overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, poor meals and forced labor. While incarcerated I maintained my values. But what some followers call exploitation, others say is the only approach tough enough for these hard cases. the victory outreach ppl are now government employees forcibly recruiting during working hours now? On April 28, 2022, the Director of the NTP's Office of Policy, Review, and Outreach, Dr. Mary Wolfe . Sort:Default. Probably on the payroll, in any case. Lies from the devil's own mouth, they say. trailer Alvarado said the church does not advocate that practice. The church's message is redemption through sacrifice and obedience. Victory Outreach pastors repeatedly tell congregants that they are bound--to each other and the church--by the nature of their past sins. Grateful, the high school dropout, part-time purse snatcher and hope-to-die heroin addict repaid the miracle with one of his own. In recent years, rehab homes from San Diego to San Francisco formed crews, dispatching residents to work construction, paint houses and do landscaping. The lived in the "church home" worked in the pastor's business and were not paid. ", Further criticism relates to the church's failure to get most of its facilities licensed. On 05/12/2009 VICTORY OUTREACH LA PUENTE filed a Contract - Other Contract lawsuit against MERCO GROUP-2001-2021. See, e.g . So I said, 'Great,' and I stayed. 2014-05-13, Los Angeles County Superior Courts | Other | 0000002612 00000 n At best, Plaintiffs evidence suggests that Astorga, and not Defendant, failed to provide the letter. Victory Outreach was founded in 1967 by Sonny and Julie Arguinzoni when they invited people from the Aliso Village housing projects into their own home. Sonny Arguinzoni: Victory Outreach International: $465,072: 42: No: No: Sonny Arguinzoni's outreach to gangs and drug addicts has been criticized for manipulative practices. 0000007463 00000 n Exploiting my confused vulnerable state immediately following a near death experience. He called it Victory Outreach International and became Pastor Sonny to a flock that over three decades has swelled to 30,000. . Rev: 6/20/2002 11 In 1967, they purchased a church building on Gless Street in the Boyle Heights district of Los Angeles. He gave me all the money he had $6 I hugged him, cried from the North side all the way to the southwest side. where I found my cat dead. He met his wife, Julie, while both were divinity students. . . The Judge overseeing this case is MEEKA, PETER J.. The lawsuit is part of the city's push to expand its nuisance abatement effort, which targets properties that are sources of drugs and gangs. The following timeline illustrates the growth and development of . Joseph Burress offered no comments after being asked about the three lawsuits. Originally posted by Darth Jello Working in the innercity, I've received constant proselytism and heard many stories about this ministry. Victory Outreach officials boast on the church's World Wide Web site that their rehab homes constitute "one of the largest drug prevention and rehabilitation facilities in the world.". Default; Distance; Rating; Name (A - Z) View all businesses that are OPEN 24 Hours. Ok here it goes in illiterate I use spell check in so not perfect I wish I sounded half as smart as u guys do no periods commas nothing but I will say something y'all like to investigate soo much here's a challenge for you one year no I've heard none of that good stuff but I've experienced for myself go to our church without a prejudice mindset from what you think you know or heard don't live off others opinions live off you're own and if we seen like the type that wear sheets ok cool all on you but if not what's the worse that can happen maybe a year was to much try a month faithfully with an open heart don't give money ur not ready for that but listen watch get to know people then come back and talk about it!! Exploiting my confused vulnerable state immediately following a near death experience. The three women are seeking compensatory and punitive damages. Belaustegui, in a 1996 resignation letter he posted on the World Wide Web, said he sent $21,467 in 1995 to church headquarters. Residents are supervised 24 hours a day by staff members, most of whom are recent graduates themselves. Our program requires a minimum of a one year commitment.. When I was 'busted and disgusted' in Puerto Rico a friend made a call to Pastor Sonny and two days later Victory Outreach picked me up at LAX and sooner than later, things changed, I changed. 0000001464 00000 n 5/31/2019: Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel, 5/31/2019: Declaration in Support of Attorney's Motion to Be Relieved as Counsel-Civil, 10/30/2019: Declaration - DECLARATION OF DAMIAN PEREZ, 10/30/2019: Memorandum - MEMORANDUM OF UNDISPUTED MATERIAL FACTS, 10/30/2019: Opposition - OPPOSITION TO DEFENDANT'S MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGEMENT, 10/30/2019: Declaration - DECLARATION OF FEDERICO SAYRE, 10/30/2019: Notice - NOTICE NOTICE OF NON-OPPOSITION BY PLAINTIFF TO DEFENDANT NICHOLAS LANGARICA'S MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT, 11/4/2019: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (COURT ORDER: MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT), 11/4/2019: Certificate of Mailing for - CERTIFICATE OF MAILING FOR (COURT ORDER: MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT) OF 11/04/2019, 11/13/2019: Reply - REPLY DEFENDANT LANGARICAS REPLY TO PLAINTIFFS OPPOSITION TO MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT; DECLARATION OF DAVID H. RYAN, 11/13/2019: Objection - OBJECTION DEFENDANT NICHOLAS LANGARICAS OBJECTIONS TO PLAINTIFFS EVIDENCE IN SUPPORT OF PLAINTIFFS OPPOSITION TO MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT, 11/13/2019: Response - RESPONSE DEFENDANT NICHOLAS LANGARICAS RESPONSE TO PLAINTIFFS SEPARATE STATEMENT OF UNDISPUTED MATERIAL FACTS AND ADDITIONAL UNDISPUTED MATERIAL FACTS IN OPPOSITION TO MOTION FOR SUMMARY, 11/18/2019: Certificate of Mailing for - CERTIFICATE OF MAILING FOR (HEARING ON MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT) OF 11/18/2019, 11/18/2019: Order Appointing Court Approved Reporter as Official Reporter Pro Tempore, 11/18/2019: Minute Order - MINUTE ORDER (HEARING ON MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT), DocketAppeal Record Delivered; Filed by Clerk, Docketat 08:30 AM in Department 32, Stephen I. Goorvitch, Presiding; (OSC RE Dismissal) - Not Held - Vacated by Court, DocketAppeal - Notice Court Reporter to Prepare Appeal Transcript (;B304082, NOA 2/6/20;); Filed by Clerk, DocketNotice of Ruling; Filed by Nicholas Langerica - SUMMARY JUDGMENT (Defendant), Docketat 08:30 AM in Department 32, Stephen I. Goorvitch, Presiding; Jury Trial - Not Held - Advanced and Vacated, Docketat 10:00 AM in Department 32, Stephen I. Goorvitch, Presiding; Final Status Conference - Not Held - Vacated by Court, DocketMinute Order ( (Final Status Conference)); Filed by Clerk, DocketAppeal - Reporter Appeal Transcript Process Fee Paid; Filed by Damian Perez (Appellant), DocketAppeal - Ntc Designating Record of Appeal APP-003/010/103; Filed by Damian Perez (Appellant), DocketAppeal - Notice of Default Issued; Filed by Clerk, DocketProof-Service/Summons; Filed by Damian Perez (Plaintiff), DocketAnswer; Filed by Victory Outreach International (Defendant), DocketDEFENDANT VICTORY OUTREACH INTERNATIONAL'S ANSWER TO COMPLAINT; DEMAND FOR JURY TRIAL, DocketComplaint; Filed by Damian Perez (Plaintiff), DocketCOMPLAINT FOR DAMAGES: 1. Please let us reason with one another. Add a complaint and spread the word. Aug 4th 2015, 3:16 PM. (Declaration of Damien Perez, 15-16.) God himself pulled the needle out of Sonny Arguinzoni's arm, or so the story goes. Sign In. US District Court for the Northern District of Texas, ***Clerk's Notice of delivery: (see NEF for details) Docket No:5, 6. Kyle and Melissa Jefferey. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Figueroa said he is now eager to join the church's 500 Club, by pledging another $50 a month. It has been around for more than over 54 years and has helped thousands of . Victory Outreach is an international, church-oriented Christian ministry called to the task of evangelizing and discipling the hurting people of the world, with the message of hope and plan of Jesus Christ. Televangelist Ernest Angley was sued for sexual abuse and settled a lawsuit out of court, according to The Columbus Dispatch. (Id., 34-35.) 2016-11-18, Los Angeles County Superior Courts | Contract | If there is insufficient information or pending updates to a business profile, you will see a 'NR' (Not Rated) score. Either you want your life changed or you don't. 0000009033 00000 n We are not a cult it may seem that way but i can answer some questions you might have. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if it was VO itself. Defendant may file a reply brief within statutory time periods. Plaintiff Damian Perez (Plaintiff) alleges that he is a former gang member who lived at a rehabilitation home that Defendants Victory Outreach International and Victory Outreach Salinas owned and operated. (Id., 18.) 0000000016 00000 n They contend that the church flouts labor laws and encourages members to defraud the welfare system. And the best part of all, documents in their CrowdSourced Library are FREE! This case was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Courts, Stanley Mosk Courthouse located in Los Angeles, California. Unresolved Reported Damage The purpose of the Home is to reclaim, redeem, and restore lives that have been destroyed or disrupted by drugs, alcohol and/or other substance abuse by . By continuing to use this website, you agree to UniCourts General Disclaimer, Terms of Service, On 04/26/2017 DAMIAN PEREZ filed a Personal Injury - Other Personal Injury lawsuit against VICTORY OUTREACH INTERNATIONAL. Sonny Arguinzoni is an American Evangelical Christian pastor, author and youth counselor who founded Victory Outreach International, an international ministry of Evangelical Christian Churches. (Brooks v. Eugene Burger Management Corp.(1989) 215 Cal.App.3d 1611, 1619.). All Rights Reserved, Copyright 2016 Scambook, LLC Scambook is a Registered Trademark. In support of his motion, Defendant proffers his own declaration, which states that he did not supervise or oversee the home at the time of the shooting. . The 15-passenger van lawsuit is alleging multiple counts of negligence. "If it wasn't for Pastor Sonny and Julie and their faithfulness, I wouldn't be here today.". Former pastors said they collected money for churches never built, as well as for tiny overseas facilities that members raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to support. High volume complaints have a better chance to get their money back. %%EOF 165 of the 170 estimated wolves on Prince of Wales were trapped last year and still managers propose an upcoming trapping season. I couldn't understand why this shit was happening to me and my car was just a Honda Civic, not a fancy prize. 205. VICTORY OUTREACH INTERNATIONAL VS. CITY OF ANAHEIM, JOSEPHINE MORA VS VICTORY OUTSEACH INTERNATIONAL ET AL, STATE OF CALIFORNIA VS ENCINO HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER ET AL, WESTERN WELLNESS INC VS LINDA E LEE ET AL. Structure. I have been involved with getting people out of them in the past. Subscribe to Justia's Free Newsletters featuring summaries of federal and state court opinions. 1. Three women who say they were victims of abuse at the church have sued under New Yorks Child Victims Act, alleging that the church made a practice of filling staff positions with known abusers, allowing them free access to young people at the church and in other settings. Plaintiff states that Defendant always asked what was going on with the tattoo and why [Plaintiff] still had it. (Ibid.) I went on a trip to the beach where they were supposed to burn everything that was "worldly" to them. Arguinzoni, 59, is the author of three church-related books and the founder and president of All American Network, a religious programming network with TV stations in 11 cities outside California, reaching millions of viewers from Hawaii to Florida. Therefore, the Court grants summary judgment because there is no triable issue whether Defendant owed Plaintiff a duty. Unless exempted, attorneys who are not admitted to practice in the Northern District of Texas must seek admission promptly. Victory Outreach Recovery Home is a drug treatment facility that has centers throughout the world. Those inmates that knew the "old negative me" saw something different. That got me nowhere. Visit Victory Outreach Internatonal. I'm disappointed to see so much "VO" bashing going on. Victory Outreach, Google, Marisol Larez, Fred Pierce, Sr., Ann Recebo, CBI, Sonny Arguinzoni, MHP, Hillary Clinton, Colorado Congress, Debra Glivar, Dolinda Vasquez, Julie Arguinzoni, Jason Larez, Thomas Vasquez, North Carolina Congress, Weld County, California Congress, Michelle Obama, U.S. Congress, Thomas Quammen, Condeleeza Rice, Oprah Winfrey, Warner House, Facebook, John Hagge, Jefferson County, Bonnie Cady, Dorothy Yep and Thirdway Center, US District Court for the District of Colorado, Prisoner - Civil Rights (U.S. not a defendant). He is a registered Democrat. [T]he party moving for summary judgment bears an initial burden of production to make a prima facie showing of the nonexistence of any triable issue of material fact; if he carries his burden of production, he causes a shift, and the opposing party is then subjected to a burden of production of his own to make a prima facie showing of the existence of a triable issue of material fact. (Ibid.) Scambook's investigation team reached out to this company a total of 5 times, Scambook Investigators last contacted them on Dec 20, 2012. by Victory Outreach Church. Manchester's sister branch of Victory Outreach in London is were Victory Outreach Manchester's Paul Lloyd is a speaker, are also known to have supported More than Gold (In part run and organised by the RCC, as seen by the photos of the Catholic Bishops Conference), CNI . "I often refer to it as a spiritual pyramid scheme.". Defendant also relies on Plaintiffs admissions that: (1) He did not see any strangers or anyone matching the shooters description at the church service earlier that day; (2) He did not see anyone waiting in the churchs parking lot when he left; and (3) He did not see anyone follow him. 0000006330 00000 n Gavin Newsom signed into law in October, likely unlawfully discriminates against Right to Life's peaceful outreach to women, and thus granted the pro-life group's request for a temporary restraining order to halt enforcement of discriminatory parts of the law against any speaker while the lawsuit . Believing this to be credible we responded to this invite from Victory Outreach Victoryoutreach Church invited me to speak at a conference February 2013. Scambook's investigation team reached out to this company a total of 5 times, Scambook Investigators last contacted them on Dec 20, 2012. Defendant Nicholas Langerica (Defendant) was the assistant pastor for the region of Victory Outreach International that included the home. I had to once again adapt to "jailing it" but I handled myself like I learned to do in Victory Outreach. . Back to hungar, drugs, despair, prostitution, deseases and epidemics, crime, abuse.. Or feed and harbor them, even though the rehabs, directors or untrained "staff" are either still growing or lacking experience and professionalism. Working in the innercity, I've received constant proselytism and heard many stories about this ministry. Finally, Defendant argues that Plaintiff voluntarily assumed the risk of being shot when he chose to appear in public without covering his tattoo. . . 0000001372 00000 n I asked her if I died and she said something about the old me was going to be shed.WTF in my mental state that could mean lots of dead and dying shit. Can there be good and evil in the same church? Since then the page has accumulated 13 consumer complaints. 2.71 miles away, 851 Hammond Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78210 , D3. We all lined up on the stairs (like in preschool or prison) for breakfast, they told me to brush my hair for the last time. But that's all the rehab had, the ones that could be somewhat trusted. This score is purely based on complaints submitted to Scambook by consumers. for a few years and they are self serving and controlling people ..they have a hidden agenda and thats your money and labor there is so much to be said about this group god will expose them one day big difference between religion and cult. C) Mail In - CASHIER'S CHECK ONLY, must be postmarked by October 25, 2019 Mail to: Victory Outreach International Attn: 80th Banquet Tickets, 250 W. Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA 91773 On appeal, the defendant . yes all that you said is true..i have attended v.o. $5,417.50. In this mortgage foreclosure action, the defendant, Victory Outreach Ministries, Inc., appeals from the judgment of foreclosure by sale rendered by the trial court setting a sale date for certain real property owned by the defendant and, thereafter, approving the sale on the motion of the committee of sale (committee). Victory Outreach is an international, church-oriented Christian ministry called to the task of evangelizing and discipling the hurting people of the world, with the message of hope and plan of Jesus Christ. He was appointed to the bench by former governor Jerry Brown in November of 2015. If you do not agree with these terms, then do not use our website and/or services. Can you also assume that there are caring persons in the same bunch? My brand new car was stolen after I left it in a bar parking lot. ), To state a claim for negligence, Plaintiff must show that Defendant had a duty to Plaintiff, that Defendant breached that duty, and that the breach caused damages to Plaintiff. I have served from a regular member to a leader and never I repeat never has our ministry in any way been under investigation for these silly accusations such as KIDNAPPINS! even by the prison guards that at first expected nothing but headaches and problems. The nicest of the 3 ladies sitting next to me in the backseat said they would take me to Victory, I was thinking that meant they got the situation under control and they were gonna get me home without my help. When all else fails, read previous posts. Specifically, Defendant states: I had no duties or supervisory responsibilities at the Home when [Plaintiff] was there. Wed Dec 15 13:41:41 CST 2021 (crt), ***Clerk's Notice of delivery: (see NEF for details) Docket No:4. Join us in thanking the Lord that a settlement agreement has been reached between Los Angeles County and Grace Community Church. I was named by the prison population as the head of "El Comite", a inmate commitee that negotiated prison disturbances and conditions with the institution's warden and officials. State officials found health and safety problems. He is also working to pay off a $1,000 pledge to the church building fund. This satisfies Defendants burden, and Plaintiff proffers insufficient evidence to create a triable issue. But some former members say it exploits followers, a charge its leaders deny. A subscription to PACER is required. Exchange During a radio interview that aired on Tuesday, Fox's Brian Kilmeade noted how DeSantis did not say anything negative about Trump whose crucial endorsement helped DeSantis win . Personal information is any information that identifies you or would enable someone to contact you, such as . This was their greatest effort and I almost cared enough to believe just to avoid hell. . Victory Outreach is an evangelical organization founded in California in the 1960s which has . "My impression is that a lot of these guys were expecting some money," said Chuck Rossie, a media consultant hired by Victory Outreach. Plaintiff Damian Perez (Plaintiff) alleges that he is a former gang member who lived at a rehabilitation home (the Home) owned and operated by Defendants Victory Outreach International and Victory Outreach Salinas. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. The backbone of the church is its network of rehabilitation homes--also known as special services homes--that are, typically, low-rent houses and apartments whose residents are packed five and six to a room. The day after I got it back I was driving home from a friend's house, I had not been drinking or smoking, had plenty of rest but for reasons beyond me I nodded off All I remember was swerving Left into a concrete wall, a flash of light, then I thought I died on the gurneyI woke up after 3 days in the hospital. I found that they took adavantage of me in every way possible. 0000002186 00000 n Cults command and treat you like property, never ever does VO do that! He filled the vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Please your remarks are as extreme as the allegations you are bringing against the Church that has literally helped 4 generations of hurting people in my family. Churches & Places of Worship. Arguinzoni said men and women at his rehab homes expect to be cured by God. Two IFP forms with case number, 4:21-cv-1233-P, written on the forms mailed per #4 ORDER. Sentencing is scheduled for September. 2011-02-23, Orange County Superior Courts | Family | A RELIGIOUS MINISTRY that offers recovery services to drug addicts has defended itself as RT's prepares to air an investigation into its work. His followers are society's castoffs and dropouts: ex-gang members, drug addicts and prostitutes with nowhere else to go, people desperate for a miracle of their own. I was honored that someone would deposit trust in me again. Agreed. I knew that some of the untrained "staff" were more like crude "trusties" still dealing with their own problems. Lying on welfare applications and hiding outside income is illegal. Without you guys it wouldn't have been possible. It has more than . The congregations are concentrated in Southern California, with 58 churches from San Diego to Los Angeles. From the free rides to labor to money they are a cult to say the least. To this day I still find myself saying that same thing when I think about it. . Paul Burress achieved minor fame for his role in the 2014 documentary, Fight Church, which explored churches that host fights and/or fight clubs and train members in fighting. Tue Nov 9 11:41:04 CST 2021 (crt). In an interview, Arguinzoni discussed church history and philosophy. This is my experience with the Fort Worth Victory Outreach ministry/cult that kidnapped me and held me against my will. 2021-09-28, Orange County Superior Courts | Family | Among the problems, Pullen wrote, "local fire inspection authorities are often unable to provide fire safety clearances due to the condition of the recovery homes and the common problem of exceeding facility capacity levels.". ", Even a veteran pastor who quit the church because of his concern over its financial practices defends its larger mission. In opposition, Plaintiff relies on his own declaration. Add company information suggestion, Victory Outreach Church Complaint 337766 for $0.00, Someone Posing As Pastor Richard Taylor Of Victory Outreach Church Complaint 193279 for $0.00, Victory Outreach Church Complaint 193199 for $0.00, Victory Outreach Church Complaint 189813 for $1,400.00, Victory Outreach Church Complaint 149690 for $0.00, Victory Outreach Church Complaint 145486 for $0.00. Margaret Quinn, an administrator with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services, said there are an undetermined number of people in local Victory Outreach rehab homes who are receiving general relief payments. 0000006573 00000 n Our lawsuit seeks to suspend wolf trapping until the Alexander Archipelago . Jim Bakker: Morningside Church Productions . LOS ANGELES - A disbarred personal-injury lawyer was found guilty by a federal jury today of 22 felonies for stealing the majority of a multimillion-dollar settlement that should have been paid to a car accident victim, as well as cheating on his federal income taxes.. Philip James Layfield, a.k.a. Victory Outreach is "reaching out where no one else is. Later, as a rehab home director, he said, church leaders gave the same instructions to new recruits. Since then the page has accumulated 13 consumer complaints. [T]he party moving for summary judgment bears the burden of persuasion that there is no triable issue of material fact and that he is entitled to judgment as a matter of law . After determining that Paul Ehlen and his Cameron-Ehlen Group, Inc., which does business as Precision Lens, violated the federal anti-kickback statute and False Claims Act, the jury returned a $43 . He is an ordained minister of the Assemblies of God. "This is what I was called to do. 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