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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 6:13:43 GMT -6
I did tilt my head at the 10y but I also don’t know what that means in that jurisdiction as far as when he’s likely to actually be released. I’m not mad about it though after all she’s had to go through because of him the past few years. They said they expect him to serve minimum 85% if that helps. It’s still a lot
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 6:16:09 GMT -6
8.5 years before possibility of parole. It seems long as a first reaction. But she has what’s probably permanent nerve damage and is lucky it’s not worse. Honey he’s lucky it’s not worse.I think I’m landing on ok with it. From what I read though the issue is again the sentences set for non black non celebrity defendants with similar or worse crimes being lower. I think for sure he deserves jail time just not sure if I’m ok with 8.5 years
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Post by Eagles on Aug 9, 2023 7:47:00 GMT -6
8.5 years before possibility of parole. It seems long as a first reaction. But she has what’s probably permanent nerve damage and is lucky it’s not worse. Honey he’s lucky it’s not worse.I think I’m landing on ok with it. He shot her with an unregistered gun and then spent years dragging her through the mud. It's appropriate imo. A Black woman got justice. She was so traumatized that she sent a victim impact statement because she was uncomfortable appearing in person.
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Post by flojo on Aug 9, 2023 7:49:00 GMT -6
The 10 years was for three felony charges though, right? I think I read the max sentence was 22 years. I see your point though angelashly and it’s a very valid one. I’d be interested to see if there are similar sentences for white defendants.
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Post by Eagles on Aug 9, 2023 7:59:58 GMT -6
For the record I do see where you're coming from angelashly but it doesn't outweigh the victim's trauma in this case. The system works against WOC in this country far more often than it works for them.
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Post by Pizzaslut on Aug 9, 2023 8:14:09 GMT -6
I feel weirdly conflicted too. He did it and needs to be held accountable but I also feel a bit bad. Then I feel gross for feeling bad lol. I hope Meg is doing well. Yes! I know he needs consequences because you can’t just shoot at people but 10 years is a lot This is how I felt too. I feel like it's a long time for the crime, compared to what other people get for some crimes. Someone I know (privileged white woman) was driving drunk and killed a pedestrian and she spent less than 2 years in jail.
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Post by Pizzaslut on Aug 9, 2023 8:15:30 GMT -6
It seems long as a first reaction. But she has what’s probably permanent nerve damage and is lucky it’s not worse. Honey he’s lucky it’s not worse.I think I’m landing on ok with it. He shot her with an unregistered gun and then spent years dragging her through the mud. It's appropriate imo. A Black woman got justice. She was so traumatized that she sent a victim impact statement because she was uncomfortable appearing in person. Okay well you guys are making me more okay with it.
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 8:18:31 GMT -6
For the record I do see where you're coming from angelashly but it doesn't outweigh the victim's trauma in this case. The system works against WOC in this country far more often than it works for them. For sure which is why I felt jail time is needed but when people who kill are getting less time or the other DV situations that end with parole I just gasped a little at 10 years. I think 5 I wouldn’t have batted an eye at. I’m just all over the place because I do understand the WOC and justice and I hope that this shows women that it’s ok to report crimes.
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 8:32:43 GMT -6
And I know it sounds like I’m not but I am 100% glad that Meghan got justice
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 8:37:29 GMT -6
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Post by peachtree on Aug 9, 2023 8:44:26 GMT -6
I'm seeing Elle King and Melissa Etheridge together and I'm so excited. I saw Elle last month it was a fun show. I knew a few of her songs but I liked a lot more after hearing them live.
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 9:06:14 GMT -6
brux we have an assignment for you
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Post by Eagles on Aug 9, 2023 9:08:32 GMT -6
For the record I do see where you're coming from angelashly but it doesn't outweigh the victim's trauma in this case. The system works against WOC in this country far more often than it works for them. For sure which is why I felt jail time is needed but when people who kill are getting less time or the other DV situations that end with parole I just gasped a little at 10 years. I think 5 I wouldn’t have batted an eye at. I’m just all over the place because I do understand the WOC and justice and I hope that this shows women that it’s ok to report crimes. I hope it results in stronger sentences for anyone who commits violence against WOC. The disproportionate number of Black men making up the US prison population is a very valid topic for discussion as well. This place* is just a shithole. *the US
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Post by brux on Aug 9, 2023 9:21:43 GMT -6
brux we have an assignment for you I saw he was here in MN. My dad had spinal surgery at Mayo in May and goes down there often for checkups. I'll have to tag along to see if I can spot the James family. That hospital is like nothing I've ever seen!
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Post by jaygee on Aug 9, 2023 10:20:35 GMT -6
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 11:14:14 GMT -6
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Post by newspapers on Aug 9, 2023 12:09:52 GMT -6
BAHAHAHAHAHA Oh, they're serious, aren't they?
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Post by Cher on Aug 9, 2023 12:38:02 GMT -6
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This former child actress turned tween actress turned teen actress doesn't act as much as an adult. Right now, she wants to start a new grift and get people to pay her for psychic readings.
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Post by Cher on Aug 9, 2023 12:38:22 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?!
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Post by Cher on Aug 9, 2023 12:38:39 GMT -6
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Post by klong11 on Aug 9, 2023 12:41:56 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! Her AND her brother apparently.
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 12:48:21 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! I just saw that!
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Post by bobyn on Aug 9, 2023 12:59:12 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! Jesslfar 👀
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Post by brux on Aug 9, 2023 13:38:51 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! Jesslfar 👀 did jess kill lil tay?!!!!!!
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Post by Jesslfar on Aug 9, 2023 13:50:55 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! OMG. That poor kid had such a short and weird life. Also, I just bought a home and saw this tag while trying to figure out how to turn off a heated bathroom floor which feels not Blinds unrelated. If anyone knows what temp would be normal for august please respond.
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Post by Jesslfar on Aug 9, 2023 13:53:01 GMT -6
did jess kill lil tay?!!!!!! Nah, just bought a new house. I’m getting the basement ready for ya. Lots of extra storage.
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Post by Eagles on Aug 9, 2023 14:41:54 GMT -6
Jess, get in here. I just saw a TikTok that Lil Tay died?! OMG. That poor kid had such a short and weird life. Also, I just bought a home and saw this tag while trying to figure out how to turn off a heated bathroom floor which feels not Blinds unrelated. If anyone knows what temp would be normal for august please respond. Mine has a wall thermostat control panel that I can switch to "off" in the summer.
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Post by Hotcoconuts82 on Aug 9, 2023 14:44:19 GMT -6
July 25, 2023 This former child actress turned tween actress turned teen actress doesn't act as much as an adult. Right now, she wants to start a new grift and get people to pay her for psychic readings. Raven-Symone I just saw she says she had 2 breast reductions and lypo before the age of 18 per her dad's advice. So I'm fine with a former child star trying to get through life.
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Post by angelashly on Aug 9, 2023 14:52:51 GMT -6
July 25, 2023 This former child actress turned tween actress turned teen actress doesn't act as much as an adult. Right now, she wants to start a new grift and get people to pay her for psychic readings. Raven-Symone I just saw she says she had 2 breast reductions and lypo before the age of 18 per her dad's advice. So I'm fine with a former child star trying to get through life. Yes she has been working since what 4? I watched her on uncensored and she talks about this
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Post by icedcoffee on Aug 9, 2023 15:01:53 GMT -6
I dont know Lil Tay, does someone feel like giving a summary? Have they said what happened?
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