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In reply to the discussion: the number of posts saying "this in no way is a defense of Zimmerman" is astounding [View all]Rex
(65,616 posts)80. That is like saying, 'this is in no way defense of the GOP...'
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the number of posts saying "this in no way is a defense of Zimmerman" is astounding [View all]
scheming daemons
Mar 2012
OP
If there wasn't a SYG law, it seems less likely that one could avoid....
Liberal Veteran
Mar 2012
#56
Really does not matter what law "is" -- it's how those who carry guns in public perceive it.
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#180
The police still cited this specific law as the reason Zimmerman wasn't arrested.
Gore1FL
Mar 2012
#58
They said they didn't have probable cause. We're not going to repeal the 5th amendment.
X_Digger
Mar 2012
#68
"Probable cause" considering their interpretation of "Get a Gun and Stand Your Ground."
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#182
And they are still wrong cause that law doesn't even apply to this situation (even when it was used)
Lost-in-FL
Mar 2012
#70
and still hasn't been arrested when lots of evidence has been presented.
AnotherDreamWeaver
Mar 2012
#42
Was it irrational for that boy to be afraid of that gun, I don't follow, a gun is by design deadly
Dragonfli
Mar 2012
#165
Gun Nut: Someone who is so devoted to a machine of war that they cannot, will not
DFab420
Mar 2012
#22
Lol there is nothing incoherent about it.. trying reading it again. This time try saying aloud the
DFab420
Mar 2012
#79
We will try to be more sensitive to your pain and suffering, no one should ever be harmed by
Dragonfli
Mar 2012
#171
no need to say anything further. The logical fallacy is evident. n/t
BlancheSplanchnik
Mar 2012
#218
Has anyone ever heard of a gun owner who was NOT a "responsible" gun owner? I think not. eom
xtraxritical
Mar 2012
#174
Even the ones like Zimmerman were consider "responsible" gun owners right up until . . . . . .
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#216
I think it's pretty understandable...But if you want to be obtuse, I'll jump through your hoops.
DFab420
Mar 2012
#14
This is in no way a defense of Zimmerman but I don't think he should be strung up
tularetom
Mar 2012
#11
That's fine. But how about the at least arrest him as a suspect and charge him with at
DFab420
Mar 2012
#18
Those who carry guns are ready to play judge/jury/executioner without benefit of trial.
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#183
The "Gungeon" is the only group in DU that routinely advocates in favor of republicans....
Walk away
Mar 2012
#12
So you are telling me that members of the gun lobby don't routinely advocate....
Walk away
Mar 2012
#66
How yow you react is up to you. I am interested in why so many Gun Lobby folk...
Walk away
Mar 2012
#105
I've sent many an e-mail to my Democratic Senators and Reps expressing my opinions.
Remmah2
Mar 2012
#109
If we do, individuals like myself will step up with private contributions to PP.
AtheistCrusader
Mar 2012
#133
The pro-gun crowd does indeed applaud every time some right winger proposes relaxing gun laws.
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#184
Yup cause it was the local PD's money and influence that allowed a for a law that means you can gun
DFab420
Mar 2012
#16
Seems your the one dancing around this issue. Do you disagree that the NRA has used its money and
DFab420
Mar 2012
#82
I don't understand your point? Are you saying Trayvon brought this on himself cause he provoked
DFab420
Mar 2012
#97
No, you can't "gun ppl down in the streets if you feel threatened...." under this law..
X_Digger
Mar 2012
#101
So even though you think Zimmerman can't avail himself of the law, the FL PD disagree
DFab420
Mar 2012
#108
The racist PD, whose chief was replaced for a previous incident of looking the other way?
X_Digger
Mar 2012
#110
?? ok I'm confused by the point you are trying to make..the stand your ground law it the law that
DFab420
Mar 2012
#114
Yes, you see the problem isnt this fucked up law that enables racist police departments
Warren Stupidity
Mar 2012
#156
And you think a racist police department wouldn't cover for a racist without this one law?!?
X_Digger
Mar 2012
#158
If I bang my head harder will it get through to you what we are saying?
Warren Stupidity
Mar 2012
#159
Like Zimmerman and those like him are going to read all that. They don't get past Stand Your Ground
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#185
Lots of concern trolls that just feel the need to reassure themselves. nt
Guy Whitey Corngood
Mar 2012
#15
I am a gun nut but Zimmerman is a racist who should be prosecuted for murder
bluestateguy
Mar 2012
#25
I don't want police to get in the habit of arresting people without concrete evidence of a crime
slackmaster
Mar 2012
#28
The problem may be the law itself. Please read the Sanford City Manager's open letter.
slackmaster
Mar 2012
#111
It does not allow for (edited). I hope you don't mind that I am going to go
ScreamingMeemie
Mar 2012
#123
I agree with you that there is evidence to keep the case open, and in fact it IS still open.
slackmaster
Mar 2012
#127
Ironically Trevor Martin could have used this law had he been carrying a gun...
Kalidurga
Mar 2012
#29
Perhaps so, but Trayvon Martin was too young to legally buy a handgun or get a permit to carry it
slackmaster
Mar 2012
#30
I have no problem with Zimmerman having a fair trial, but to have a trial he needs to be
WI_DEM
Mar 2012
#36
Lol what??? Usually if there is a shooting and the shooter is on scene he is at least detained for
DFab420
Mar 2012
#93
Actually, according to the PD report (for what it's worth), he was handcuffed and detained.
X_Digger
Mar 2012
#148
what would have happened if Zimmerman had followed and shot a middle aged white man?
jzodda
Mar 2012
#102
I would actually say that the "stand your ground" law would work in Trayvon's favor.
LoZoccolo
Mar 2012
#104
no. If Martin had shot Zimmerman he would be in jail right now facing a death penalty.
Warren Stupidity
Mar 2012
#162
The law certainly was Trayvon's advantage. Especially if being killed counts as an advantage.
Dr Fate
Mar 2012
#219
Just like I don't mean to bother you, I don't mean to step on your... I don't mean to interupt you..
demgrrrll
Mar 2012
#126
Nonsense. Zimmerman is a murderer, and you trying to blame the law gives him an EXCUSE.
Daemonaquila
Mar 2012
#129
The gun people here are the only ones permitted to openly worship a rightwing organization
DisgustipatedinCA
Mar 2012
#134
Exactly, the fuckers who backed this law were Republicans. They love to pass crap that
Hoyt
Mar 2012
#217
It's obvious that the anti gun nuts are looking for any reason to attack all gun owners.
L0oniX
Mar 2012
#157
What I find amazing is what incredibly thin skin gun lovers (at least here) appear to have.
Dragonfli
Mar 2012
#163
Now that our pretend liberals, aka "pro-gun Democrats" have been given their very own forum on DU3
apocalypsehow
Mar 2012
#166
No, I'm not wrong. Nothing about the NRA agenda is a "progressive value."
apocalypsehow
Mar 2012
#234
It is - precisely right. And they are allowed here to spew their Right wing talking points unabated.
apocalypsehow
Mar 2012
#177
Two more and I'm an transparency page ace! Just like Snoopy and his Sopwith Camel. I'm thinking back
apocalypsehow
Mar 2012
#225
Killing black kids seems to be popular amongst a small segment of the population.
Major Hogwash
Mar 2012
#176
Yup, a few of them have been banned. Look in any thread on the guy and you'll find one.
Lilyeye
Mar 2012
#204
You can ignore my post. I made an opinion and I don't need to explain myself further.
Lilyeye
Mar 2012
#212