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Sending Paris Hilton to jail for being the most loathed celeprosy lesion in the history of the species seems like a happening idea at first - forty-five days at Century Regional Detention Center is so the new thirty days at Promises Malibu! But it sets a dangerous precedent to jail celebs just because someone hates them.

Sending Paris Hilton to jail for being the most loathed cele

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In this quote, the speaker is addressing the idea of sending Paris Hilton to jail. While the concept may seem appealing due to her perceived negative reputation, the speaker argues that it sets a hazardous precedent of imprisoning celebrities solely based on public dislike. The quote highlights the importance of not allowing personal opinions and public sentiment to dictate decisions regarding incarceration, emphasizing the need for a fair and unbiased criminal justice system.

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