Saw video of Susan Atkins talking a merciful release so she could die of brain cancer at home. This from a woman who Told Sharon Tate she had no mercy for her (Tate & Baby) while stabbing her to death. Debra Tate ensured that Atkins was not released under victims rights. While I agree with her choice maybe the authorities should have greased the skids on her exit. Read the book Helter Skelter, saw the crime scene photos as well. What the group did to the Tate/La Bianca families was beyond belief. They should have wasted the whole gang.