walking while black - Trayvon Martin

[Midwest Spy]

From what we know so far, 2^nd degree murder looks like an overly aggressive charge, I agree. But, we still don't know what the prosecution has in terms of totality of evidence that might justify it. In alot of these high profile cases, we see the defense team leak information to the media that supports their position, while DAs and prosecutors typically hold their key cards close to the vest. I'm not convinced that the 2^nd degree charge was inappropriate or a strategic move designed to encourage Zimmerman to plead down to manslaughter, yet.

My guess is, the prosecution would be ecstatic if they knew Z was going to serve even 1 year of prison time. I'm with you, in that I think they're looking for a plea deal, get Z in jail (even if for a limited time) and get this behind them.

The reality is, Z's life really is fucked at this point. At least the life he's made if Florida. That'll never be the same for him again. Always looking over his shoulder and wondering.

Even if I feel that he was jumped (or suckerpunched), he IS the one that decided to pursue on foot when he was told not to. For that part alone, he should serve some time.