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Stand your ground, Texas style
A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. Gilbert had admitted to shooting Lenora Ivie Frago in the neck on Christmas Eve 2009, when she accepted $150 from Gilbert and left his home without having sex with him. Frago, who was paralyzed by the shooting, died several months later. Gilbert's defense argued that the shooting wasn't meant to kill, and that Gilbert's actions were justified, because he believed that sex was included as part of the fee. Texas law allows people "to use deadly force to recover property during a nighttime theft." The 30-year-old hugged his defense attorneys after the "not guilty" verdict was read by the judge. If convicted, he could have faced life in prison. He thanked God, his lawyers, and the jury for being able to "see what wasn't the truth." |
Stand your ground, Texas style
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Stand your ground, Texas style
On 6/6/13 3:24 PM, True North wrote:
Unbelievable! Texas is a wild-ass state, worse, in many ways, than Florida, in terms of strange and violent criminal behavior. If you ever tour the Lower 48, it's worth putting on your "avoid" list, along with Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina. Louisiana is worth visiting, though. Note that I am not saying our other states are without craziness and violence, but from the headlines I see on regular news shows, it's hard to top Texas. |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote:
A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:43:05 -0400, "F.O.A.D." wrote:
On 6/6/13 3:24 PM, True North wrote: Unbelievable! Texas is a wild-ass state, worse, in many ways, than Florida, in terms of strange and violent criminal behavior. If you ever tour the Lower 48, it's worth putting on your "avoid" list, along with Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina. Louisiana is worth visiting, though. Note that I am not saying our other states are without craziness and violence, but from the headlines I see on regular news shows, it's hard to top Texas. Been to Charleston and Kiawa Island twice and had a great time. Drove down to Savannah and that was fine too. New Orleans was pretty cool. I might consider a trip to Austin but avoid the rest of that giant wasteland. |
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On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H
wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote:
On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On 6/6/2013 3:43 PM, F.O.A.D. wrote:
On 6/6/13 3:24 PM, True North wrote: Unbelievable! Texas is a wild-ass state, worse, in many ways, than Florida, in terms of strange and violent criminal behavior. If you ever tour the Lower 48, it's worth putting on your "avoid" list, along with Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina. Louisiana is worth visiting, though. Note that I am not saying our other states are without craziness and violence, but from the headlines I see on regular news shows, it's hard to top Texas. Really Dude? You would have him pass up Charleston SC. One of the most charming and fun cities he could visit. Of course you would have him visit NOLA. Graft and corruption seem to be a magnet to you. |
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Stand your ground, Texas style
On Thursday, June 6, 2013 3:09:06 PM UTC-4, jps wrote:
A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. Gilbert had admitted to shooting Lenora Ivie Frago in the neck on Christmas Eve 2009, when she accepted $150 from Gilbert and left his home without having sex with him. Frago, who was paralyzed by the shooting, died several months later. Gilbert's defense argued that the shooting wasn't meant to kill, and that Gilbert's actions were justified, because he believed that sex was included as part of the fee. Texas law allows people "to use deadly force to recover property during a nighttime theft." The 30-year-old hugged his defense attorneys after the "not guilty" verdict was read by the judge. If convicted, he could have faced life in prison. He thanked God, his lawyers, and the jury for being able to "see what wasn't the truth." Since you asked so nicely... http://www.reuters.com/article/2007/...34893820070828 Obviously jps is posting the exceptions. |
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"John H" wrote in message ... On Thursday, June 6, 2013 3:09:06 PM UTC-4, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. Gilbert had admitted to shooting Lenora Ivie Frago in the neck on Christmas Eve 2009, when she accepted $150 from Gilbert and left his home without having sex with him. Frago, who was paralyzed by the shooting, died several months later. Gilbert's defense argued that the shooting wasn't meant to kill, and that Gilbert's actions were justified, because he believed that sex was included as part of the fee. Texas law allows people "to use deadly force to recover property during a nighttime theft." The 30-year-old hugged his defense attorneys after the "not guilty" verdict was read by the judge. If convicted, he could have faced life in prison. He thanked God, his lawyers, and the jury for being able to "see what wasn't the truth." Since you asked so nicely... http://www.reuters.com/article/2007/...34893820070828 Obviously jps is posting the exceptions. --------------------------------------------------------- Your linked article points out that there is an apparent correlation between a nation's population wealth and number of guns owned. It then surmises that it's due to more disposable income. Maybe not. Maybe it's to protect that disposable income. The question: "Why did you rob a bank?" The answer" "Because that's where the money is." |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:51:45 -0400, "Eisboch" wrote:
"John H" wrote in message ... On Thursday, June 6, 2013 3:09:06 PM UTC-4, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. Gilbert had admitted to shooting Lenora Ivie Frago in the neck on Christmas Eve 2009, when she accepted $150 from Gilbert and left his home without having sex with him. Frago, who was paralyzed by the shooting, died several months later. Gilbert's defense argued that the shooting wasn't meant to kill, and that Gilbert's actions were justified, because he believed that sex was included as part of the fee. Texas law allows people "to use deadly force to recover property during a nighttime theft." The 30-year-old hugged his defense attorneys after the "not guilty" verdict was read by the judge. If convicted, he could have faced life in prison. He thanked God, his lawyers, and the jury for being able to "see what wasn't the truth." Since you asked so nicely... http://www.reuters.com/article/2007/...34893820070828 Obviously jps is posting the exceptions. --------------------------------------------------------- Your linked article points out that there is an apparent correlation between a nation's population wealth and number of guns owned. It then surmises that it's due to more disposable income. Maybe not. Maybe it's to protect that disposable income. The question: "Why did you rob a bank?" The answer" "Because that's where the money is." I posted the article to show roughly how many folks in this country owned guns. It's probably in the neighborhood of 100 million - give or take a few million. So, posting an incident of stupidly or gunfire every other day is highlighting the exceptions - not the vast majority of gun owners. But, I see your point. I hadn't looked at the wealth aspect. Good rationale. John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
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On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H
wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote:
On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
Stand your ground, Texas style
On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:32:54 -0400, John H
wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. A ridiculous conclusion by any stretch of the imagination. Using your logic, there was no reason to respond to or feel badly about 911 or the 2700 lives lost. They only represent 1/20th of 1%. |
Stand your ground, Texas style
F.O.A.D. wrote:
On 6/6/13 3:24 PM, True North wrote: Unbelievable! Texas is a wild-ass state, worse, in many ways, than Florida, in terms of strange and violent criminal behavior. If you ever tour the Lower 48, it's worth putting on your "avoid" list, along with Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina. Louisiana is worth visiting, though. Note that I am not saying our other states are without craziness and violence, but from the headlines I see on regular news shows, it's hard to top Texas. Rather than watching news and posting here 24-7, have you considered getting a job to repay the American taxpayers for your debts? |
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jps wrote:
On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:32:54 -0400, John H wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. A ridiculous conclusion by any stretch of the imagination. Using your logic, there was no reason to respond to or feel badly about 911 or the 2700 lives lost. They only represent 1/20th of 1%. Apples and oranges, moron. Try a better spin next time. No one will fall for that BS. |
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On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:01:46 -0400, Earl wrote:
jps wrote: On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:32:54 -0400, John H wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. A ridiculous conclusion by any stretch of the imagination. Using your logic, there was no reason to respond to or feel badly about 911 or the 2700 lives lost. They only represent 1/20th of 1%. Apples and oranges, moron. Try a better spin next time. No one will fall for that BS. That was my point you freakin' jerk. Whooosh! |
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On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 11:25:35 -0700, jps wrote:
On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:32:54 -0400, John H wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. A ridiculous conclusion by any stretch of the imagination. Using your logic, there was no reason to respond to or feel badly about 911 or the 2700 lives lost. They only represent 1/20th of 1%. No, I think you should post something about Islamic jihadists every day. John H. -- Hope you're having a great day! |
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On Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:29:47 -0400, John H
wrote: On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 11:25:35 -0700, jps wrote: On Sat, 08 Jun 2013 09:32:54 -0400, John H wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 17:52:29 -0700, jps wrote: On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. Let's see, that's about 7/20's of 1%. Pretty small part of the population. Less than half a percent would, in my book, be considered a pretty rare exception. John H. A ridiculous conclusion by any stretch of the imagination. Using your logic, there was no reason to respond to or feel badly about 911 or the 2700 lives lost. They only represent 1/20th of 1%. No, I think you should post something about Islamic jihadists every day. John H. They're busy killing each other, we're busy killing each other. I'm more concerned with us. |
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Stand your ground, Texas style
"jps" wrote in message ...
On Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:18:49 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:56:39 -0700, jps wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 16:50:26 -0400, John H wrote: On Thu, 06 Jun 2013 12:09:06 -0700, jps wrote: A jury in Bexar County, Texas just acquitted Ezekiel Gilbert of charges that he murdered a 23-year-old Craigslist escort—agreeing that because he was attempting to retrieve the $150 he'd paid to Frago, who wouldn't have sex with him, his actions were justified. So, what's the problem? Remember this? Homeowner detains intruder, KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13 Posted on May 30, 2013 Jeremy Strong was at home with his wife and son when his wife alerted him to someone attempting to break into their house. Strong retrieved a gun, went to investigate, and discovered a man who had broken through one of the home’s windows. Strong aimed his firearm at the intruder, ordered him to the ground and held him at gunpoint until police could arrive. Police later determined that the man was likely high on methamphetamines at the time of the disturbance. A charitable man, despite the damage, Strong has not pressed charges against the criminal, explaining that the man needs help. (KKTV, Colorado Springs, Colo. 05/23/13) Thank goodness for guns! John H. An excellent example of a man who can handle his gun and has a heart. To be applauded. I expect he's not a rarity but certainly rare when compared to the number of idiots who have little common sense and hearts to match. He is representative of the vast majority of gun owners, as opposed to the rare exceptions with which you attempt to troll. John H. Rare exceptions? Oh golly, each year 15,000 victims of guns and 17,000 suicide victims and their families might beg to differ with you. ------------- Better check your facts. Try the CDC website. |
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