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The recent verdict in the Reginald Denny beating trial sends a frightening message about our country. It says that we will pardon the violence of those “caught up in the moment.” It says that peer pressure now rules personal character. It says that self-reliance is an attribute of the past.
Reginald Denny may forgive his attackers for their crimes committed against his body and society.
The jury may absolve them of any serious offense because they claim the riot unduly influenced their actions.
I, however, will never excuse the actions of individuals who refuse to accept responsibility for their behavior, whether with or without a mob.
