Bachelor's Degree in child, youth, and family counselling; human development, trauma informed care. Focus on recovery from complex trauma & psychological abuse.
The only cure for mass psychosis is an educated population.
People don't understand psychological control and emotional manipulation.
It starts with repetition. If you tell a child they're stupid often enough, they'll believe you.
If you tell a population someone else is your enemy over and over again, they'll believe you.
Next it becomes generational.
It starts by waking up to the control the messaging has over people's minds and mental health.
Politicians aren't the problem. The Globalist Media Complex is the problem.
@Bushra1Shaikh@Alexarmstrong@GBNEWS It shouldn't be necessary to deport all illegal immigrants.
They should have been deported the moment they crossed the border illegally.
Elon Musk: What happens in Britain sounds crazy.
“In Britain – I kid you not, how can this be real? – they are releasing convicted pedophiles from prison in order to put people in prison for Facebook posts.
There were, and I'm simply stating a fact, there were migrant rape gangs in England. That were gangs that would run around and prey on young girls, gang rape them.
And some people found that objectionable, which should be objectionable.
And they were upset about that, and so they complained about it online and were sent to prison. That sounds crazy.”
Interview with Tucker Carlson, October 7, 2024
Your description doesn't meet the criteria for an acquittal.
1. Guys weren't ever touched or approached. 2. They went after the other person. 3. They started the altercation.
Research on the evidence and state laws of each case:
Key similarities and differences in the self-defense claims: Core Facts of Each Case George Zimmerman (2012-2013, acquitted of second-degree murder/manslaughter): Zimmerman, on neighborhood watch, followed Trayvon Martin (unarmed teen) after finding him suspicious. A physical fight ensued (Zimmerman claimed Martin attacked him; evidence included Zimmerman's injuries like a broken nose). Zimmerman shot Martin once in the chest. Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law applied; jury accepted Stand Your Ground defence.
Daniel Penny (2023-2024, acquitted of manslaughter and negligent homicide): On a NYC subway, Jordan Neely (unarmed, erratic, with mental health issues and criminal history) made threats and scared passengers. Penny (Marine veteran) applied a chokehold to restrain him; Neely died. Penny held it after Neely stopped resisting somewhat. Jury found reasonable fear for others' safety; not guilty.
Rick Chow (2023 incident, acquitted of murder June 2026): Convenience store owner (with son) confronted 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton over suspected shoplifting (water bottles). A chase ensued (~130 yards). Defense: Teen pointed a gun at Chow's son; Chow shot him (in the back) to protect his son. Prosecutors: Unjustified chase after false accusation; gun not brandished threateningly. Jury accepted self-defense of others.
Karmelo Anthony (2025 incident, convicted of murder June 2026, 35 years): At a high school track meet (rain delay), Anthony (19) entered a rival team's tent uninvited, was repeatedly asked to leave (~15 times per reports), argued, reached in his bag and warned "Touch me and see what happens." Metcalf (17, unarmed) pushed/shoved him to remove him. Anthony pulled a knife and stabbed Metcalf in the chest (fatal). Anthony claimed self-defense; jury rejected the claim.
Comparisons on Self-Defense ElementsSelf-defense laws (varying by state: Florida, NY, SC, TX) generally require: Reasonable belief of imminent harm (to self or others).
Proportional force.
No duty to retreat in some states (Stand Your Ground); often, initial aggressor or provocateur loses protection.
Jury assesses reasonableness from the defendant's perspective at the time.
Similarities (why the tweet equates them): All involved claims of defending against perceived immediate threats.
Acquittals hinged on juries believing the defendant's fear was reasonable and force justified (Zimmerman: ground fight; Penny: subway chaos/threats; Chow: alleged gun pointed at son).
Racial tensions and public debate in all cases; outcomes criticized by some as unjust.
Defendants not the initial "pursuers" in the classic sense, or argued the other party escalated.
Key Differences (why Anthony's conviction diverged): Who initiated/escalated physical contact: In Zimmerman, physical fight started with Martin (per defense evidence). Penny responded to verbal threats + erratic behavior without prior physical push from him. Chow responded to alleged gun threat. Anthony was the intruder/trespasser in the tent; he was the one warned/threatened to leave, issued a verbal challenge with knife access ("touch me and see"), then used deadly force after a (non-lethal) push. Juries often view the initial aggressor or provocateur more harshly.
Weapon and proportionality: Zimmerman and Chow used guns against alleged deadly threats (fight/gun). Penny used chokehold against verbal/physical intimidation. Anthony introduced/used a deadly weapon (knife) against an unarmed push in a verbal dispute he helped prolong by refusing to leave. Texas law (like others) limits deadly force to serious bodily harm or death threats; a shove typically doesn't qualify.
Duty to avoid conflict: Anthony entered private space (rival tent) and stayed despite requests—undermining "no duty to retreat" or pure self-defense. Others were in public spaces responding to unfolding threats.
Evidence and jury view: Acquittals had strong corroboration (Zimmerman injuries, Penny witnesses to fear, Chow gun evidence/testimony). Anthony's case had multiple witnesses (including from his side per reports) showing provocation; he admitted stabbing but jury saw murder, not reasonable fear.
Context: High school athletic event (youth sports, expected de-escalation) vs. street/subway/crime scene. Anthony brought the knife; others responded with what was at hand.
Legal Outcome Summary: Juries in the acquittals found the force reasonable under the circumstances and evidence. In Anthony's Texas trial, the jury concluded he provoked the situation, used excessive force, and did not act purely defensively—leading to murder conviction rather than acquittal or manslaughter. Self-defense is highly fact-specific; small differences in "who started it," proportionality, and witness credibility drive results. The tweet's framing emphasizes the push as "initiation," but courts/juries weigh the full sequence (trespass + warning + knife).