There is no merit to defendant's claim that the court made remarks that impinged upon, or improperly dissuaded him from exercising, his constitutional right of self-representation. Although defendant complained about his attorney at various points in the proceedings, he never made an unequivocal request to represent himself. Nevertheless, the court made it clear to defendant that, if he so desired, he could proceed pro se, in which case his attorney would continue as standby...
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