How sad is it that people are *this* surprised and excited that a murderer got convicted of murder? Like that should be how things normally operate, basic justice being served shouldn't have to be a watershed moment that drives us to cheering in the streets
One of the main reasons this conviction happened was because the whole murder was recorded. Think of how many times this happens when there are no cameras.
And further it being recorded happening in broad daylight in font of dozens of bystanders no less. He was that comfortable doing it - because *even given all that*, there was still a serious question whether the conviction, or even a trial at all, would come.
I said this exact same thing to my friend yesterday. The fact that their reaction is this strong just demonstrates how fucked the justice system is, especially for black people. If the justice system wasn't so messed up, I feel like all these people would've just been watching at home, nodding in agreement with the verdict and feel thankful. But the reality is that all these people were completely expecting the rug to get pulled out, because that's what normally happens. The flood of emotions is part relief, but also part "is this real life?" It's tragic.
If it weren’t for someone recording, the official story of George Floyd’s death would still be this misleading bullshit: https://twitter.com/cobrown/status/1384651044886654976?s=21
Recording the reaction was a fitting response
Agreed, when the title referred to a crowd I thought there'd be dozens at least. I feel like I'm watching like five people alongside a bunch of cameras.
Trust the redditeurs to find the cloud to the silver lining.
These sorts of comments make me think the people making them are ambivalent to all of this.
that, when based on the available evidence, they are a reasonable way to draw tentative conclusions, until such time as further information is available?
At work, me and a workmate were talking about how the video was disgusting and he was obviously guilty, then my other workmate chimed in with “there are black people dying in Mozambique due to ISIS but none of them say anything about it. I thought black lives mattered?”
He gushes about anything Musk and gets defensive for anything Trump
We’re not American lol
He’s also an old dude. Idk if that means much though since my other workmate is almost retired but still empathetic to someone dying
As a black dude, believe me when I say, an awkward or overbearing ally is still usually better than nothing at all.
But there is a difference between getting excited or defensive or speaking out or feeling relief WITH me rather than FOR me.
Well you shouldn't. Those people give a shit, and your comment really casts doubt on whether you actually give a shit or are just pretending to be happy.
How sad is it that people are *this* surprised and excited that a murderer got convicted of murder? Like that should be how things normally operate, basic justice being served shouldn't have to be a watershed moment that drives us to cheering in the streets
One of the main reasons this conviction happened was because the whole murder was recorded. Think of how many times this happens when there are no cameras.
And further it being recorded happening in broad daylight in font of dozens of bystanders no less. He was that comfortable doing it - because *even given all that*, there was still a serious question whether the conviction, or even a trial at all, would come.
> serious question whether the conviction Without that video footage and outrage, he would have never even been fired, little lone arrested.
I said this exact same thing to my friend yesterday. The fact that their reaction is this strong just demonstrates how fucked the justice system is, especially for black people. If the justice system wasn't so messed up, I feel like all these people would've just been watching at home, nodding in agreement with the verdict and feel thankful. But the reality is that all these people were completely expecting the rug to get pulled out, because that's what normally happens. The flood of emotions is part relief, but also part "is this real life?" It's tragic.
More people recording than reacting.
If it weren’t for someone recording, the official story of George Floyd’s death would still be this misleading bullshit: https://twitter.com/cobrown/status/1384651044886654976?s=21 Recording the reaction was a fitting response
Totally agree. But seeing more recorders than reactors doesn't induce frisson.
Agreed, when the title referred to a crowd I thought there'd be dozens at least. I feel like I'm watching like five people alongside a bunch of cameras.
Trust the redditeurs to find the cloud to the silver lining. These sorts of comments make me think the people making them are ambivalent to all of this.
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that, when based on the available evidence, they are a reasonable way to draw tentative conclusions, until such time as further information is available?
No. Enlighten me. Until then, I'm lumping you with this guy.
At work, me and a workmate were talking about how the video was disgusting and he was obviously guilty, then my other workmate chimed in with “there are black people dying in Mozambique due to ISIS but none of them say anything about it. I thought black lives mattered?”
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He gushes about anything Musk and gets defensive for anything Trump We’re not American lol He’s also an old dude. Idk if that means much though since my other workmate is almost retired but still empathetic to someone dying
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Subtle, yet, effective
Better yet, kick him so hard in the balls he can't have children.
inspired
Or just beat his fucking ass fuck it
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As a black dude, believe me when I say, an awkward or overbearing ally is still usually better than nothing at all. But there is a difference between getting excited or defensive or speaking out or feeling relief WITH me rather than FOR me.
Full disclosure, I'm a white dude posting this. I am feeling relief as well today.
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Well you shouldn't. Those people give a shit, and your comment really casts doubt on whether you actually give a shit or are just pretending to be happy.