Is anyone else really tired of "Alleged?"

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76. Wow, such twisted logic

I find it very interesting when people twist logic so much. I'm waiting for the SNAP I'll hear when that logic breaks.

I wrote a post that was obviously critical of the media and could be understood by any person with an IQ over 50. However I am being taunted and berated and people are making the argument I actually support the stupidity that our media does.

To anyone with an IQ over 50 a clear reading of my original post will show sarcasm and condemnation for the talking heads who pretend to be news reporters.

Yes, one of the real reasons news reporters and shows use the term "alleged" is to avoid prejudicing a jury. However, I think their legal teams insist they use that term to avoid libel suits or defamation suits.

I don't for a minute believe they are using "alleged" to be noble or give the the offender the benefit of the doubt until a jury weighs in. They are covering their asses against lawsuits.

The point of my original post is that we have taken it to the most absurd level of "appropriateness." When one is caught with a the gun in their hand that was just used to murder multiple people I think it's okay to drop the term "alleged" in front of murderer.

When one is gunned down by police after having clearly shot a police officer 8 or 9 times I think it's okay to drop the term "alleged" in front of assailant or shooter.

If some one wants to sue to defend their reputation and character then go for it.