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His trial began in 1998, during which Kaczynski sought to position himself as a martyr for his anti-technology ideals. However, defense attorneys sought to portray him as mentally ill, citing his paranoid schizophrenia diagnosis. Ultimately, he pled guilty to multiple bombing charges, receiving a life sentence in federal prison without the possibility of parole.
Legacy and Reflection
Kaczynski died by suicide in June 2023 at the age of 81, leaving behind a complex legacy that continues to spark debates around mental health, the impact of ideology, and the consequences of technological advancement. His life serves as a stark reminder of how unchecked genius can lead to disastrous outcomes, and the dark impulses that can lurk beneath a brilliant mind.