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In reply to the discussion: Enough of the bs. Let's cut to the chase, shall we? [View all]Recursion
(56,582 posts)53. Maybe we're meaning different things "in cold blood" has a specific legal meaning
and I simply don't see how it can apply here.
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I don't disagree, but why does it seem most of the defenders/apologists/concern-ers
morningfog
Apr 2012
#9
Actually Trayvon DID belong in the neighborhood. His father--who is black--lived there!
Liberal_Stalwart71
Apr 2012
#2
I know, and that's because they want to make excuses for Zimmerman's behavior to
Liberal_Stalwart71
Apr 2012
#5
O.K., thanks for the correction, but you're right: Trayvon did belong in the neighborhood.
Liberal_Stalwart71
Apr 2012
#7
Tip, when asking for clarification, you say " I am not sure I understand, can you explain?"
HangOnKids
Apr 2012
#120
Do you think it's ok to cast vile aspersions upon people who urge caution
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#89
I see an obvious and relevant different between those who urge caution and those who defend
LanternWaste
Apr 2012
#143
That's the thing, I don't see anyone 'defending', and I don't see anyone like the OP qualifying
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#146
If my eyes were closed, I wouldn't be able to read your post, now would I?
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#174
You are keeping things into perspective. So far it looks bleak for Zimmerman, but we have to let our
The Wielding Truth
Apr 2012
#147
I said even if you GAVE Zimmerman the punch to the face he's still an irresponsible gun owner
blm
Apr 2012
#132
But the fact that, knowing he had a gun, Zimmerman decided to follow Trayvon Martin
JDPriestly
Apr 2012
#274
Sorry, but, I have no sympathy for a guy who feels he needs to use a gun against an unarmed teen who
blm
Apr 2012
#126
+1000 apparently, young black males cannot be afraid of creepy white men with guns
noiretextatique
Apr 2012
#196
Clearly you don't understand, the burden of proof lies with the one making the claim.
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#278
Oh, you can't possibly do worse than the people who accused me of being a friend to
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#287
If a gun owner can't take even a punch in the face from a teen without drawing his gun and shooting
blm
Apr 2012
#177
I don't give a shot what you have to say - I'm on a message forum where we post what WE think
blm
Apr 2012
#179
that being the only inference you are able to make from the OP says quite a bit more about you than
LanternWaste
Apr 2012
#139
Investigating officer submitted a formal recommendation of charges to the DA.
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#200
It Emerges, Ma'am, From That Miasma Of The White Right's Mind In Which Blacks Are A Privileged Class
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#275
Personally I believe the NRA has a lot to do with what is being posted on line the last few
TBF
Apr 2012
#11
I appreciate that there are DUers here that enjoy gun ownership and want to protect...
LynneSin
Apr 2012
#21
Maybe we're meaning different things "in cold blood" has a specific legal meaning
Recursion
Apr 2012
#53
not with you: you believe the implausible" zimmerman's version of events
noiretextatique
Apr 2012
#112
Only If Your Definition Of Liberal, Sir, Is 'A Man Who Won't Even take His Own Side In A Quarrel."
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#82
Thought You Might, Ma'am: Been Having a Bit Of Low Sport With Him This Morning....
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#115
Amazing: People Looking For Laughs Should Follow The Link In My 115 Above
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#221
Whatever you say. Anyone ever tell you that you remind them of Bert Lahr? nt
Snake Alchemist
Apr 2012
#231
I think its great that you think I am sweet, but I am a very happily married man. nt
Snake Alchemist
Apr 2012
#239
If Zimmerman had never confronted Trayvon no crime would have been committed by either.
Kablooie
Apr 2012
#88
I've been chastized for saying we should give him a fair trial and wait for all the facts
4th law of robotics
Apr 2012
#96
I don't think anyone is getting justice by trying Zimmerman in the media
4th law of robotics
Apr 2012
#104
oh please.... as if what we say has anything to do with the results of this case
fascisthunter
Apr 2012
#110
And There Are Plenty Of Venues Where Zimmerman Is Being Praised As A Hero And Defender Of Right, Sir
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#118
That neither of those preconceived notions have any place in a court of law?
4th law of robotics
Apr 2012
#121
Animal Instincts AND Mob Mentality? Say It Ain't So, Joe, Say It Ain't So....
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#142
You Head On Down Here And Spread Sweet Reason And Maturity, Joe: Be Sure And Bring Gum....
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#219
Perhaps You Should Learn From Them, Fella: If They Actually Do Use Logic, You Might Pick Up How To
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#223
Any Of Them Felonies, Joe? Always Nice To Meet a Fella With Convictions
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#228
No, Sir, It Is Where You Should Acknowledge No One Gives A Damn What You Think Of Them
The Magistrate
Apr 2012
#217
Hence, all of our opinions and discussions (including, but not limited to yours and mine), are merel
LanternWaste
Apr 2012
#152
Oh yes... playing the 'fair trial' card and Gitmo... and waiting patiently for a Hitler comparison.
Lost-in-FL
Apr 2012
#176
I see your point clearly now and apologize for 'jumping the gun' on you... no pun...
Lost-in-FL
Apr 2012
#263
So if it worked out ok in some other instance that means it's a good general policy?
4th law of robotics
Apr 2012
#296
zimmerman will have a more than fair trial because of the sanford police department's failure
noiretextatique
Apr 2012
#105
I am terrified that the state has over-reached in this case, going for Murder 2.
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#163
Believing in things like due process, evidence and fair trials does not a Zimmerman apologist make.
Skip Intro
Apr 2012
#140
Regardless of whether anyone on the board does or does not have "all the facts",
LanternWaste
Apr 2012
#175
right...so all the hand-wringing about a "fair trial" for the murderer
noiretextatique
Apr 2012
#199
I didn't see anyone else who stated it in this thread prior to your post.
AtheistCrusader
Apr 2012
#237
Hate to spoil the parade but from this limpets perspective...that asshole might walk free
opihimoimoi
Apr 2012
#202
And had the police arrested Zimmerman right away and charged him, would he be a pariah now?
Quixote1818
Apr 2012
#288