Squeaky Fromme Should not be Released

Independent political commentary on politics and news. Democrat? Republican? Liberal? Conservative? Who cares? Focus on what makes sense, not what fits theory. Incidentally, the title is from Romeo and Juliet and is what Mercutio said as he was stabbed by Tybalt (a Capulet and Juliet's cousin) who in turn is attempting to stab Romeo (a Montague). Not only have I always had a soft spot for Mercutio, it seems that is what happens if you are in between the extremes and try to make sense and sometimes make light of them.

August 14, 2009

Squeaky Fromme Should not be Released

Manson follower 'Squeaky' Fromme out of prison - washingtonpost.com

The consequence for attempting to assasinate the President is life in Prison, pure and simple. You do the crime, you do the time. It is not an outrageous punishment, there is no sense of injustice or outrage had she remained behind bars. So why release her? Our justice system may be a mess and overtaxed, but this makes no sense.

Aug 14, 2009 9:19:00 AM | Current Affairs

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