The Problem With Turning Monsters Into Celebrities

[Amerigo Vespucci]

The Problem With Turning Monsters Into Celebrities



http://globalgrind.com/news/turning-monsters-celebrities-james-holmes-george-zimmerman-garvey-ashhurst-blog

"It was God’s plan." Those are the infamous words from the mouth of George Zimmerman that infuriated us all who are able to rationalize and contextualize that which he so audaciously proclaimed. The statement was cruel, insensitive, ignorant, and last but not least, it was genius.

Let’s be clear, it is evident that Zimmerman is an idiot. If he wasn’t an idiot, Trayvon Martin would still be breathing today. Sadly, his stupidity garnered him national media attention.

As a result, he has been - rightfully so - vilified by most, but has become a martyr in certain pockets of the country. Zimmerman represents a mindset that is omnipresent among those who can be influenced by the Sean Hannitys, Michele Bachmanns, Sarah Palins, Bill O’Reillys, and Rush Limbaughs of the world.

Here’s where the genius comes in. When someone is plastered on all media outlets for days on end, his notoriety will obviously increase even if you are demonizing him.

[Kalidurga]

1. That interview will eventually be used against him at trial..

but in the meantime, I am sure it means he is getting even more donations and his lawyer will certainly be paid. Since, we can't stop this kind of thing from happening it can be a tool to ferret out the loonies. If you know someone that gives Zimmerman money, then you know to avoid that person as much as possible. It sucks if it is someone you work with or a direct neighbor, or relative that you will run into. But, at least you know the person is nuts and to avoid.

[Amerigo Vespucci]

2. My freeper sister...now living in Colorado Springs...

...sent cards and letters of support to O.J. Simpson during his murder trial.

So your theory definitely works in my situation. She and I haven't spoken since she moved to Colorado in 2003 (for many other reasons, but the intolerant, crazy freeper thing was a big part of it).

[Kalidurga]

3. Yikes, I talked to people that thought he was innocent.

None of them said they sent cards or letters that I know of. That was an awful time I could see the case falling apart right in front of me. Very sad, I think the jury was swayed by him being a celebrity more than by the prosecution not providing a definitive time line.