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For several months now, Erik and Lyle Menendez have been fighting for freedom with the help of their many supporters.

The brothers have been locked up since 1990 for the murders of their parents, but recent events — including a popular Netflix series based on their case — have led to renewed public interest in their case.

There was a time when it looked like the brothers’ release was a foregone conclusion.

On Thursday, however, Erik Menendez was denied parole, with his behavior behind bars cited as a primary factor.

Erik Menendez will remain behind bars for forseeable future

“I believe in redemption or I wouldn’t be doing this job … but based on the legal standards, we find that you continue to pose an unreasonable risk to public safety,” Parole Commis

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