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Question:  What is Gideon's promise?

After reading Strickland v. Washington and Alabama v. Shelton, discuss what you think of the final opinions and whether they strike a proper balance in fulfilling Gideon's promise?  Write an opinion piece answering this question.  Be sure to discuss the facts, issue, and holding of each case.  Discuss how the court's final opinion either comes closer to or moves away from fulfilling Gideon's promise.  Be sure to support your answer.