Of course it is not a deposition. It's an analogy. Pick another one: a grand jury. Regardless...
An opening statement means you come to the forum with something you want to say. You become an advocate.
A witness only answers questions, even if they are open ended questions.
These people have exposed themselves as advocates. Surely you can see that. But, even if you do see the point, I wouldn't expect you to admit it front of a jury of your peers...the Open.
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