I don't feel Nenshi should apologize for the sake of avoiding this lawsuit. If he apologized any time someone sued him, he'd effectively lose control of his agenda.
Heck, even if he genuinely feels an apology is owed, he might still want to show strength in order to avoid "rewarding" Wenzel's lawsuit. Of course, the worst outcome for him would be to lose the lawsuit, so if he's been advised that he is likely to lose, then perhaps he should apologize.
If Wenzel did somehow win $6M from the mayor, I have to think it would be an absolute PR nightmare for Wenzel. It would be interesting to see Wenzel forced to drop the suit in order to avoid winning it.
I wouldn't be surprised to see a settlement that does not include an apology. Nenshi needs an out that saves face.
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