*sighs*
I am, of course, upset about the rioting in England. I am worried for the people there. I really hope this is resolved soon and with very little violence.
But now I am being subjected to people talking about the vengeance they want against the rioters. The horrible suffering they feel that should be inflicted upon these people. They are calling out for extreme measures against them and incredibly harsh punishments, which they think would act as a deterrent. I don't see how creating less hope for one's future acts as a deterrent for what seems to be something sparked by a lack of hope for the future.
The rioters are not a homogenous mass. They don't all have the same motives or stories. I don't think they should all be viewed the same way. But even beyond that, I don't like calls for horrific vengeance, and I don't think they help.
I am not trying to say this riot is okay. I am not saying the rioters are right. I just don't think horrific vengeance adds anything good to the mix.
I will continue to hope for a quick and good resolution. To those who are local to the rioting, I hope you stay safe.
But now I am being subjected to people talking about the vengeance they want against the rioters. The horrible suffering they feel that should be inflicted upon these people. They are calling out for extreme measures against them and incredibly harsh punishments, which they think would act as a deterrent. I don't see how creating less hope for one's future acts as a deterrent for what seems to be something sparked by a lack of hope for the future.
The rioters are not a homogenous mass. They don't all have the same motives or stories. I don't think they should all be viewed the same way. But even beyond that, I don't like calls for horrific vengeance, and I don't think they help.
I am not trying to say this riot is okay. I am not saying the rioters are right. I just don't think horrific vengeance adds anything good to the mix.
I will continue to hope for a quick and good resolution. To those who are local to the rioting, I hope you stay safe.