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In reply to the discussion: Road Rage (Update) [View all]davidthegnome
(2,983 posts)The kind of anger, hate, violence that took the life of that poor young man is sadly on the rise here in America. I have seen it even up here in northern Maine, which is commonly thought of as a peaceful place. Such people, such dangerous and delusional people, should spend their lives in prison, in highly secure facilities where their threat to the common good can be, if not removed, at least somewhat contained.
Some years ago... my Aunt was crossing the street from a hospital. She was hit by a vehicle, driven by a young man who had run a red light. She lay on the ground, injured, but seemed like she might be getting up... when the driver panicked, slammed on the gas, and ran her over. It is a medical miracle that she survived, despite being on life support, having portions of her lung removed, dealing with medical malpractice and worse things. Not only did the Driver get away (he was never caught) but my Aunt and Uncle have faced years of legal battles against a Doctor and medical staff that absolutely made her health problems and her injuries far, far worse.
It is easy to get angry when such things happen. To mock any notion of justice, to consider the world to be a dark, cruel place... and some times it can be. Remember though, when things seem at their darkest, that there are many, many people who applaud and fight for justice, who hold peace, love, and compassion strongly in their hearts.
You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I hope the crook who killed your cousin rots in prison.