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In reply to the discussion: Enough of the bs. Let's cut to the chase, shall we? [View all]DonCoquixote
(13,653 posts)55. Nope, but
Down here in Central Florida, all the crazies are out cheering. If people think this is not a dog whistle, they are mistaken; if they really need proof, see how Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is being pilloried because he dared ask the Governor to ban real guns as well as squirt guns. These people want to be armed because they want to intimidate people, especially minorities, who are crucial to the Florida election. The Good ol Boys got mad when Florida became a Blue State in 2008, and between "Stand your Ground" and the voting "reform", they want us to be put in our place this year (in other words, the slave kennels and barrios.)
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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