Report:Cassius Scandal 'Resolved'

This news is broadcast throughout the New Republic. A human news anchor in business dress nods to the camera as he's given his cue, his expression serious. "Good evening, I'm Ghon Stoort. Over the last several weeks, a major subject of debate throughout the New Republic has been the story of one Lynae Cassius. An Imperial defector, she was involved in the assault on Cochran that left the planet as good as dead, placing it alongside Alderaan and Sluis Van in our history. Many have been calling for war crimes charges, even outright execution, and Ord Mantell's Senator Marx has issued a statement in the wake of the Senate's decision to pursue neither." The view shifts to that of Del Marx standing behind a podium within the government complex, her hands held up to quiet the reporters gathered. The representative for Cochran, a gray-haired human gentleman who projects strength despite his obvious fatigue, stands behind her. "It is vital that we remember the ideals for which this New Republic stands before any actions are taken - revenge is nowhere on the list. We entrusted the Jedi Order to see justice done in this case, and it has been done to our satisfaction. As far as the senate is concerned, this issue is resolved, and I would ask the citizens of the Republic to see past their very understandable anger and realize that Doctor Cassius is only one woman. To make her the focal point of our anger over the losses we suffered while she was serving the Empire, when she is not the only person who was involved, is disproportionate, and dangerous. Our compassion and our belief in this Republic's ideals are our greatest strengths, and we must hold on to them if we are survive." Senator Marx steps aside, and the Cochran representative takes her place at the podium, his voice hoarse but crisp. "Doctor Cassius came to us seeking our understanding, our forgiveness, and our help. We intend to give it to her and to help her see why the New Republic is worth fighting for, just as we've done for countless former Imperial agents since the early days of the Rebellion. Some of our brightest minds responsible for our greatest victories were once in the service of the Empire, and we must remember that people can and do change."