I really don’t see what I’ve said that is outrageous. I’m absolutely against violence against women. I feel it’s a criminal act and should be dealt with accordingly. As it was in this case.
I don’t feel heated public opinion trumpeted by the press should be the basis for a public trial & condemnation. Ruining someone’s career and destroying their life is a form of punishment. Just as severe as sending them to prison. That shouldn’t be tolerated in this country.
My opinions are based on a strong belief in the Justice System. We are a nation governed by laws. I respect the process even when I don’t agree with the outcome of a case. Mob rule even indirectly through public pressure is not acceptable.
Sure on an individual basis each person has the right to an opinion. Boycott the NFL if you want. Refuse to watch a Ravens game. It’s a free country and everyone can make their own choices. I personally think Rice should have served a year in jail. That would have cost him a season of football and millions in lost wages. But, I wasn’t the prosecutor and it wasn’t my decision to make.
Unfortunately organizations like the NFL are very sensitive to public opinion. They allowed a vocal and outraged group to have their way. This has become the norm in this country. Any outrageous public statement or criminal act can unleash a firestorm in the press and ruin them.