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Chaos, I actually agree with much of that. The idea of "hate crimes" is so ridiculous it sickens me, and I'm amazed that our legal system has allowed such an obscene law to continue. As to the racial slurs, that may or may not be true, but that doesnt mean we should turn this into a white v. black debate. The fact is, a crime may have happened, and it should be viewed as that, just a crime (which would go back to my idea about hate crimes). Also, as to your point about "some" commentators not assuming guilt, I havent seen any from the black community. The only reason I didnt say all is because I don't assume that I've seen every person speak on the subject. You're also right however, that there are white commentators doing the same. However, there is an equal number of white commentators giving them the benefit of the doubt, while as earlier mentioned, I've yet to see a black commentator do. I also don't think people will judge white commentators as they will black ones, which is not right, but I do believe occurs. In a world with such overwhelming stereotypes, unfortunately black leaders are on trial whenever they enter the public arena.
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