It was so obviously self-defense, you have to wonder why there was even a trial.
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The enormous social resonance of this case could not be left unanswered. This trial removed ambiguity and served justice that many Americans sought so desperately. Hard to image social consequences had this case not been addressed in a court.
"Social resonance" is not a valid reason to try an obviously innocent person. Particularly when so many rioters and looters have gotten off scot free.
