I think people underestimate the concept of "beyond a reasonable doubt".
Think about it: a life weighs in the balance and YOU are the one responsible. Is the person a liar? Yes. Is she dysfunctional? Yes. Can you extrapolate a guilty verdict from that information ? Perhaps not.
I don't think anyone believes Casey Anthony will ever win a Mother or Daughter of the Year award, but the shock behind the verdict only speaks to the gullibility of Americans. In our society, the onus for conviction is on the prosecution. It's called BURDEN of proof for a reason. And if you followed the trial from the beginning, they (the prosecution) dug a HUGE hole early, all but promising the jury a "smoking gun" of guilt. They were woefully inept in making good on that promise.
So, for all you folks out there who were shocked, apoplectic, and otherwise disgusted with the outcome....here's the solution: do NOT buy any book, watch any reality show or support ANY business/entertainment endeavor that Casey Anthony is a part of.
The court of public opinion, it would seem, is still in session....
I want to hear YOUR opinions.
Be Well...
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ReplyDeleteAlthough I did not agree with the verdict, I know based upon the evidence presented, it was the only verdict the jury could have returned.
ReplyDeleteThe court of public opinion has changed the mantra of the judicial system "innocent until proven guilty" to "guilty until proven innocent" thus removing the burden of proof from the prosecution and placing it squarely on the shoulders of the defense.
If people are this upset now, I can only imagine how they will feel when she, basically, walks out of court a free woman tomorrow after the judge sentences her to time served for the 3 years she has spent behind bars.
I just want to know what apoplectic means??? *Runs*
ReplyDeleteIt means to be overcome with anger
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