Jordan Kushner wrote: > This is a rather unrealistic hypothetical. A more likely > scenario is that jurors hearing a case of a Black criminal > defendant (probably a majority of the defendants in Hennepin > County) might actually be more sensitive about racism > God forbid!
When I first saw Mr. Kushner's post about the exhibit I sat down to write a roaring defense of First Amendment rights. But, as I was researching my response (I normally read over the discussion carefully to be sure that I understand the issues), I found Mr. Opat comment about the possible influence on juries and since I believe that a right to a fair trail is as important as free expression I held my tongue. I do think that Mr. Kushner wrote a creditable response to my question, however if I was in charge of the Courts building I would have taken a similar action. But, to show you what a radical supporter of individual rights I am I will make the following proposal: Move the exhibit to the Mall of America (I can't think of a more appropriately named location) and position the controversial photo at one of the entrances to Camp Snoopy. I think that it would be a wonderful opportunity for parents to explain American history to their children. I just hope that it doesn't make small children cry. Michael Atherton Prospect Park TEMPORARY REMINDER: 1. Send all posts in plain-text format. 2. Cut as much of the post you're responding to as possible. ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
