Zimmerman family extremely smug during trial.

[madashelltoo]

The father (ret. judge) had a haughty expression that irked the living shit out of me. The wife looked like this happens everyday. I really couldn't see mother. And, where was run his mouth a mile minute brother? This is a family that definitely feels privileged.

[Rex]

1. They remind me of the Bush family.

George and George are so much alike imo.

[indivisibleman]

26. isn't that the truth.

[hlthe2b]

2. they apparently made a very ugly statement that totally ignored the death of Martin, but

stressed how important it was that "elements" not engage in violence with the verdict.

I have yet to ever see any statement attributed to them that expressed any regret or humanity towards the Martin family.

[frylock]

3. i can't imagine that they're feeling too smug now..

they probably expected the jury to reach a decision of not guilty within an hour. the longer they deliberate, the worse it will probably be for the defendant.

[YarnAddict]

22. Is that the way it goes?

I read this somewhere once, and can't remember whether it's quick verdict means acquittal, and prolonged deliberations mean conviction, or if it's the opposite.

I remember the OJ jury came back very fast with the acquittal, but that might just have been an anomoly.

[frazzled]

4. I hope it's the Mitt Romney kind of smugness

So sure he was going to win; living with his own delusions and the sense of invincibility that came from those around him.

I want to see the shock on their faces if and when they lose. (Sorry, I don't like to see anyone be distressed over their child; but their child, even if convicted, will be alive. Trayvon Martin's parents will never, ever have that consolation.)

[Politicalboi]

5. GZ reminds me of

<a href="http://imgur.com/eFAezly"><img src="" title="Hosted by imgur.com"/></a>

Lumpy Rutherford

[Marrah_G]

6. The father is a nasty piece of work.

[naaman fletcher]

7. How so?

[Marrah_G]

8. Watching him during the trial was revolting

The judge could not possibly care any less that a teenage boy is dead. Nasty, nasty man.

[Just Saying]

29. Meet George's dad

http://thinkprogress.org/media/2013/06/14/2162501/george-zimmermans-father-says-the-true-racists-are-all-african-american/?mobile=wt

Previously, Zimmerman Sr. “believed generally racism was a thing of the past.” He says that, personally, he hadn’t encountered much racism, even though his wife is Hispanic. But after his son shot and killed Trayvon Martin, however, Zimmerman learned that racism is “flourishing at the insistence of some in the African American Community.” He then goes on to list various black leaders and organizations that he believes are racist:
Congressional Black Caucus. “[A] pathetic, self-serving group of racists… advancing their purely racist agenda.” He later adds that “all members of Congress should be ashamed of the Congressional Black Caucus, as should be their constituents.” And finally: “They are truly a disgrace to all Americans.”
The NAACP. “[S]imply promotes racism and hatred for their own, primarily finical, interests” and “without prejudice and racial divide, the NAACP would simply cease to exist.”
NAACP President Benjamin Jealous. “[W]hat I would expect of a racist.”
Trayvon Martin’s funeral director. A “racial activist and former head of the local NAACP.”
Benjamin Crump, Natialie Jackson and Darrly Parks, attorneys for Travyon Martin’s family. “The scheme team.”
The National Basketball Players Association.
Black Chamber of Commerce.
National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers.
National Black United Fund.
United Negro College Fund

What a guy!

[Scootaloo]

32. Ever notice...

That it's pretty much only white people (and Bill Cosby) who think racism is "dead"? And the more privileged they are, the more likely they are to subscribe to that notion?

Easy enough to disbelieve in the existence of something that will never touch your brow, I suppose.

[Just Saying]

46. There's a real lack of empathy in the world.

If it's not happening to them, it's not happening at all. Like Romney railing on the "47%" or Republicans cutting off food stamps in a Farm Bill several of them are profiting from or closing women's health clinics because of religious ideology with no regard for the (mostly young and/or poor) women it hurts.

[Raine]

42. What a total POS! nt

[uponit7771]

43. Horrid bastards

[Honeycombe8]

9. Oh, come on. That's not fair. They're looking at their son going to prison for life....`

I'm sure they're keeping it together & acting calmly as best they can, under the circumstances. Just like TM's family.

This is a very difficult time for both families.

[madashelltoo]

11. I don't see concern for their son.

Sorry. I see, "let's get this over with. A worthless peon is dead. Why the fuss?"

[Honeycombe8]

13. A cruel way to view a family who may lose their son for life.

Just like saying the same thing about TM's family.

[Hugabear]

18. 'May lose their son for life' - cry me a river

What about the Martin family, who will NEVER see their son alive again?

[Honeycombe8]

19. Exactly. Now you understand. Just like the Martin family, who also lost their son. nt

[Hugabear]

20. Bullshit. It is not just like that, not at all.

Even if Zimmerman were sentenced to life in prison, his family would still be able to visit him, and they could communicate via phone calls and letters. There would still be contact. Zimmerman would still be ALIVE.

[Honeycombe8]

21. I'm just sayin'...not cool to be cruel to a defendant's family. They are not on trial.

Some people I'm sure think TM was partially, if not wholly, responsible for what happened. It would be silly of them to blame TM's family for his actions.

The cruelty I'm seeing in this forum lately is mind boggling. Cold, blood lust, hatred for those who aren't even accused of wrongdoing.

It's like making fun of OJ Simpson's parents because Simpson was on trial for murder. Not cool.

[YarnAddict]

23. I have seen people blaming TM's parents

for not "raising him right," or whatever. The more I read in comments following news articles, the more I want to vomit. We live in a sick, sick world.

[Sheepshank]

38. Very true...and wasn't Trayvon's brother and mother questioned on the stand

with the intent of calling the home life into question?

[heaven05]

64. I

really am glad I missed all this zimpig apology bullshit for him and his fucking family.. Trayvon was doing nothing wrong. Zpig cold, blood lust killed a kid because he was an 'other'. You need to get a clue. There .......forget it, I'm getting emotional, I will back off now before I hurt someones feelings and then get an alert.

[kestrel91316]

30. Really? A dead black child equals an imprisoned white adult as far as family pain goes??????

Some people really do wear their contempt for brown people on their sleeve. I just wouldn't expect it of you.

[ChazII]

49. Not trying to add any fuel

to a fire, but isn't GZ a white-Hispanic? This is where I get confused. You are right though, a dead child is a loss that cannot be compared or equaled to an adult being imprisoned. The death of a child is a far great loss.

[Scootaloo]

33. Sometimes I see a post on DU that staggers me with its unbelievability.

I'm sorry, what the fuck kind of drugs are you injecting, exactly? That you are comparing the loss of a family whose child was gunned down, to the potential that the killer of that child may face prison time being a "loss" to his family?

Is this performance art, or are you really, really making this argument?

[HiPointDem]

37. except that zimmerman *killed* the martins' son. after stalking him.

yeah, other than that, it's so similar. no doubt the parents will go out & commiserate over beers after the trial.

jesus f. christ.

[Ruby the Liberal]

55. You do know that the factoid about Zippy murdering Trayvon isn't in dispute,

right?

[Ruby the Liberal]

62. Are you saying that it is possible someone else killed Trayvon?

[Adsos Letter]

63. I think his focus is on the legal meaning of "murder"

and whether or not Z committed it.

[Ruby the Liberal]

66. Was Trayvon Martin murdered via a single gunshot wound to the heart

by George Zimmerman?

Because not even Zippy denies that.

[Adsos Letter]

68. No one denies he shot and killed him.

Whether or not it fit the legal definition of Murder is what was being decided in Florida. I think that's what the poster was referring to.

[CakeGrrl]

34. Zimmerman is ALIVE.

His family can visit him. He is not lost. They can see him whenever they want.

Trayvon Martin has been lost. His family and friends will never see him again.

You don't see the difference?

[CatWoman]

12. you know what?

I'm of the opinion that this was a long time coming.

His parents and his wife saw the warning signs.

And they excused, rationalized and enabled his antisocial behavior every step of the way.

Fuck all of them.

[Honeycombe8]

15. I hope you're never on a criminal jury. My brother is a gun nut...

there is really not much you can do about someone like that. They don't listen to anyone, and they're even bullies within the family.

They are not on trial.

Uncool to get down on the families.

[CatWoman]

25. fuck them

[frylock]

35. word

[Starry Messenger]

36. +1

[uponit7771]

44. +1

[dmr]

59. Did you see his dad smirk when Bernie talked about Rachel?

Zimmerman's dad was smirking when de la Rionda started talking about Rachel.

"Rachel Jeantel may not be sophisticated, but she is a human being."

"Her colorful language doesn't make her less credible."

“A witness will not be judged on the color of her personality but by the content of her testimony,”

To me, that smirk, or laugh was offensive. Belittling. It showed me how this family devalues any one other than those they deem worthy. He couldn't even hide his racism in open court. If I were a juror, and saw that - it would definitely factor in to my decision.

But, hey, it's "God's will."

[heaven05]

65. ohhh

you guys shut him/her the fuck up. excellent.

[Sheepshank]

39. I don't think Zimmie's family is being judged solely on Zimmies actions

their own POV's and actions and demeanor is being noticed....the tirial and court simply created the venue for it's display.

[HipChick]

16. yep..Fuck em

[Maximumnegro]

17. Yep. He's a sociopath or some kind of

path. Too many stories of violence and inappropriate behavior. The Hannity interview shows that clearly and his behavior in the court. He suffers from delusions, thinks he's an Avenger. He was going to snap at some point - unfortunately Trahyvon was the target.

[GObamaGO]

45. GZ would not have to worry about this

Had he not disobeyed instructions from the 911 operator and MURDERED Trayvon Martin.

[pipi_k]

50. Definitely

not fair.

People being judged based on their facial/body expressions!

[lumpy]

10. Father Zimmerman was not a judge, he was a magistrate (different thing).

Mother Zimmerman is probably used to George's piccadillos and legal problems. George had plenty of
times he's had to defend his rash actions.

[Bay Boy]

31. What's a picadillo?

I don't think it means what you think it means.

[avebury]

24. The cousin that has accused George Zimmerman

of molesting her has stated that George's mother is racist big time. Not a surprise.

[JustAnotherGen]

28. +1

[JustAnotherGen]

27. They

Can always visit their son in prison. And he's not going away for the rest of his life. Just long enough for an attitude adjustment.

And Trayvon's parents only get to see their son's headstone.

Of course they are smug - win or lose - their son is still living and breathing.

[complain jane]

40. I didn't realize that's who that guy was

Was watching yesterday and saw what I now know is Zimmerman's father. Yes - totally smug! Rolling his eyes and making faces while the prosecution spoke.

A very special kind of asshole. My heart goes out to Martin's parents for enduring all of this. The death of their son, his killer's statement that he has no remorse, the smugness of his murderer's family.

I don't think I'd be able to do it.

[Nevernose]

41. Here's a link to his self-serving fundraising website

http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2012-07-27/news/os-george-zimmerman-parents-website-20120727_1_george-zimmerman-trayvon-martin-neighborhood-watch-volunteer

[forthemiddle]

47. Why must you do this?

The family wasn't there the night George killed Trayvon. They aren't on trial.
I bet you a million bucks that they would rather be ANYWHERE else than in the courtroom watching their family member fight for his freedom.
This post is no better than those on other sites blaming Trayvons parents for their sons shortcomings. Remember in the end he was no angel either. That doesn't mean he should have been killed, nor should it even come into the conversation, but neither should George Zimmermans family, who in the end are giving their family member support. Just as I am sure you would if it was your son (unless you are a heartless human being).

[Marrah_G]

51. The father is right there in front of the camera acting like an an asshole

He isn't acting like a concerned father. He is acting like a smarmy little asshole, making faces, rolling his eyes, laughing. He is also a racist and has made that pretty clear in his own words.

[forthemiddle]

52. Have a camera on your face non stop

and your will probably not look extremely attractive either.

I just HATE people picking on others when they had nothing to do with the original charges. I also don't believe in blaming parents for the crimes of their children.

Put up a post about how Trayvons family acted or looked, and I would have criticized that also.

I hope your children are never on trial for anything because I am sure the supporters of the other side would be petty too.

[Marrah_G]

53. Pretty sure I wouldn't be smirking or laughing if my son killed a teenager

even in self defense.

[Nevernose]

60. You mean like the million bucks his parents have raised?

Claiming that he (dad) is impoverished, even though he's retired with two different full pensions. Jail house recordings show that much of the supporter's funds given for his defense went to pay off massive credit card bills.

If my kid was accused of murder, I probably wouldn't give near daily press conferences, either, nor would I troll every right wing media outlet on Earth looking for donations.

[ksoze]

48. You are irked easily

The father was not allowed into the trial until after he testified,as he was to be called as a witness - you only had to be irked for a few days. Get a grip.

[madashelltoo]

56. Nope. Not easily irked.

[Faux pas]

57. Ah, that brother!

All of his 'press' conferences seemed really fishy to me. Death threats, living in hiding? Sounded like a truck load of trumped up BS. Another way to make blacks look bad. Revolting bunch of asses those zimmerman's.

[egduj]

58. I feel sorry for the families.

It hurts to imagine how I'd feel or act if I thought my son was shot down unnecessarily or facing life in prison for doing something that he thought couldn't be avoided.