[jblum315]

Sounds a lot like the Casey Anthony trial, but she got off anyway

[rubicon]

The prosecutor, news media use old pictures to diminish the fact that Trayvon was more a man than a boy as he did in describing him as jus a kid going to the store getting skittles. these same people keep referring to Zimmerman size based on his weight today to exaggerate the difference in size between the two. How many guys do you know who could fit through a garden hose but can also clean your clock in a New York second.

The news media can not be trusted to be objective and they will support Trayvon and intimate race.

The fact that OJ Simpson, Casey Anthony were not found guilty demonstrates that the wild card is the jury. Those two cases were as transparent as glass but objectivity wouldn't get in the way of subjectivity It doesn't matter what the facts are. Also how a jury perceives an attorney will sway their opinion.

I believe society is making a big mistake with these publicity prone trials. I wish they would outlaw them because it has a material affect on outcomes
and interferes with one's due process

[USSGompers]

Originally Posted by rubicon

The prosecutor, news media use old pictures to diminish the fact that Trayvon was more a man than a boy as he did in describing him as jus a kid going to the store getting skittles. these same people keep referring to Zimmerman size based on his weight today to exaggerate the difference in size between the two. How many guys do you know who could fit through a garden hose but can also clean your clock in a New York second.

The news media can not be trusted to be objective and they will support Trayvon and intimate race.

The fact that OJ Simpson, Casey Anthony were not found guilty demonstrates that the wild card is the jury. Those two cases were as transparent as glass but objectivity wouldn't get in the way of subjectivity It doesn't matter what the facts are. Also how a jury perceives an attorney will sway their opinion.

I believe society is making a big mistake with these publicity prone trials. I wish they would outlaw them because it has a material affect on outcomes
and interferes with one's due process

I totally agree. Can NOT trust the media!!! Treyvon's 12 yr old pic drives me crazy!! So does the fact that everyone refers to him as an "unarmed teenager!"

He was 17- old enough to join the military and fight for his country with his parent's okay. He was NOT a kid, wet behind the ears. He was a thug and smoked dope and played with guns (as a minor).

Zimmerman had a concealed weapon's permit and felt his life was in danger. Anyway, I feel bad for George because his lawyer sounds like a blubbering idiot. The other lawyer seems to have all his ducks in a row.

In the words of the detective in the movie 'North to Northwest'- "Good-bye Thornhill (Zimmerman)- where ever you are!!" LOL

[buggyone]

Originally Posted by USSGompers

I totally agree. Can NOT trust the media!!! Treyvon's 12 yr old pic drives me crazy!! So does the fact that everyone refers to him as an "unarmed teenager!"

He was 17- old enough to join the military and fight for his country with his parent's okay. He was NOT a kid, wet behind the ears. He was a thug and smoked dope and played with guns (as a minor).

Zimmerman had a concealed weapon's permit and felt his life was in danger. Anyway, I feel bad for George because his lawyer sounds like a blubbering idiot. The other lawyer seems to have all his ducks in a row.

In the words of the detective in the movie 'North to Northwest'- "Good-bye Thornhill (Zimmerman)- where ever you are!!" LOL

The undisputed fact IS Zimmerman did kill Martin! Would it have happened IF Zimmerman had minded his own business and not gotten out of his car with a loaded pistol and followed Martin? The answer is NO! Was Martin breaking any law by walking through Twin Lakes where he was staying? The answer is NO! Was there any reason for Zimmerman to go looking for him? The answer is NO!

Zimmerman was hunting for Martin. What happened is tragic and Zimmerman's life changed forever when Martin's ended.

'Nuff said.

[janmcn]

Originally Posted by USSGompers

I totally agree. Can NOT trust the media!!! Treyvon's 12 yr old pic drives me crazy!! So does the fact that everyone refers to him as an "unarmed teenager!"

He was 17- old enough to join the military and fight for his country with his parent's okay. He was NOT a kid, wet behind the ears. He was a thug and smoked dope and played with guns (as a minor).

Zimmerman had a concealed weapon's permit and felt his life was in danger. Anyway, I feel bad for George because his lawyer sounds like a blubbering idiot. The other lawyer seems to have all his ducks in a row.

In the words of the detective in the movie 'North to Northwest'- "Good-bye Thornhill (Zimmerman)- where ever you are!!" LOL

George Zimmerman won't lose because of his blubbering lawyer, he will lose because of the facts in this case. When I heard parts of the opening argument by the prosecution, I thought why are we even having this trial? The facts are so clearly evident against Zimmerman, he should plead guilty and face the consequences.

When the defense attorney told his knock-knock joke, I had to turn the TV off. How disrespecful can you be to the court, the parents, and all in attendance?

Perhaps the media refers to Trayvon Martin as an "unarmed teenager" because that's what he was on that February night. Do you have any evidence to the contrary?

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by buggyone

The undisputed fact IS Zimmerman did kill Martin! Would it have happened IF Zimmerman had minded his own business and not gotten out of his car with a loaded pistol and followed Martin? The answer is NO! Was Martin breaking any law by walking through Twin Lakes where he was staying? The answer is NO! Was there any reason for Zimmerman to go looking for him? The answer is NO!

Zimmerman was hunting for Martin. What happened is tragic and Zimmerman's life changed forever when Martin's ended.

'Nuff said.

Zimmerman was not "hunting" for Martin. While driving down a street he noticed a strange young man on foot peering between houses and wanted to check him out.

Too, it would not have happened had Martin been at school in Miami rather than suspended and staying with his father and his father's girlfriend in Sanford. It would not have happened had there not been multiple burglaries, robberies and a shooting in the gated community within the last year or so which created the desire/need for a neighborhood watch program. It would not have happened had Martin been recognized as a resident by Zimmerman. It would not have happened had Martin not been on top of Zimmerman hitting him in the face and banging his head on the pavement. Check out the photos of Zimmerman's injuries and a RECENT photo of Martin.

[LndLocked]

Would not have happened if Zimmerman had NOT pursued as he was directed NOT TO by 911 dispatch

Would not have happened if Zimmerman had abided by the terms of his community watch agreement to NOT carry a firearm while on watch.

[USSGompers]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

Zimmerman was not "hunting" for Martin. While driving down a street he noticed a strange young man on foot peering between houses and wanted to check him out.

Too, it would not have happened had Martin been at school in Miami rather than suspended and staying with his father and his father's girlfriend in Sanford. It would not have happened had there not been multiple burglaries, robberies and a shooting in the gated community within the last year or so which created the desire/need for a neighborhood watch program. It would not have happened had Martin been recognized as a resident by Zimmerman. It would not have happened had Martin not been on top of Zimmerman hitting him in the face and banging his head on the pavement. Check out the photos of Zimmerman's injuries and a RECENT photo of Martin.

Thank you. I totally agree but this will be my last post here on this topic- and probably all of them. I feel like I am going to be ostracized from now on.

Let Freedom Ring!!!!!

[Parker]

Originally Posted by USSGompers

Thank you. I totally agree but this will be my last post here on this topic- and probably all of them. I feel like I am going to be ostracized from now on.

Let Freedom Ring!!!!!

Ostracized USSGompers? For what? You are stating your opinion politely. Isn't that what this site is all about? I like to consider the opinions of others, whether I agree with them or not. Glad you and (mostly) everyone else posts here.

[JC and John]

Originally Posted by DianeM

Personally I will not be watching the gavel to gavel coverage on television. I'm sick of the subject being blown up on the news and in the papers. I'm at the stage of "I don't care".

I am with you DianeM. I too don't care. Whatever will be will be. All we heard up north was the Anthony case day after day. Move to FL and still hear about Anthony! Now it is Zimmerman. Count me out, I'll be saving on my electric bill.

[Patty55]

Is it just me or is GZ starting to look like Andy Kaufman around the eyes.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Patty55

Is it just me or is GZ starting to look like Andy Kaufman around the eyes.

I have thought that too but more like Jim Carrey's portrayal of Andy Kaufman than the real Man on the Moon.

[Monkei]

Originally Posted by OldManTime

Is there anyone in TV that think Zimmerman is guilty, or not guilty

I don't know yet but it sure seemed very stupid for his attorney to start his defense with a lame knock knock joke that actually made the jury look kind of dumb and stupid.

If only Zimmerman left the gun at home like he was supposed to.

[Monkei]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

Zimmerman was not "hunting" for Martin. While driving down a street he noticed a strange young man on foot peering between houses and wanted to check him out.

Too, it would not have happened had Martin been at school in Miami rather than suspended and staying with his father and his father's girlfriend in Sanford. It would not have happened had there not been multiple burglaries, robberies and a shooting in the gated community within the last year or so which created the desire/need for a neighborhood watch program. It would not have happened had Martin been recognized as a resident by Zimmerman. It would not have happened had Martin not been on top of Zimmerman hitting him in the face and banging his head on the pavement. Check out the photos of Zimmerman's injuries and a RECENT photo of Martin.

GZ should have followed the policies he agreed to. The gun should not have ever been in the equation.

[SpicyCajunPugs]

Originally Posted by LndLocked

Would not have happened if Zimmerman had NOT pursued as he was directed NOT TO by 911 dispatch

Would not have happened if Zimmerman had abided by the terms of his community watch agreement to NOT carry a firearm while on watch.

Are these facts in evidence or media or family speculation? I do not believe those to be proven facts.