The hyperventilating throngs of right-wing jackasses have not disappointed, but we still really ought not to pay too much attention to them. Yes, we should document the atrocities, some of which will be personal records warranting jackass ribbons and trophies. But the way to honor Trayvon Martin’s life is not to wallow in the cesspool of hate. There are a lot of people out there who might be sympathetic to George Zimmerman or live in communities where most people think he’s a hero, but who are totally turned off by the hyperventilating throngs. People can come from anywhere, but decent people don’t speak ill of 16 year old kids who have lost their life through an unfortunate misunderstanding.
Let the loudmouths try to increase their fame and credibility with the whites-only club; they are doing part of our job for us.
