Last evening, in Jackson, Georgia, under the watchful eyes and despite the protests of 500 local protesters and thousands of other around this globe, Troy Davis, a black man, was executed for the capital murder of Police Officer Mark MacPhail, a white man twenty-two years ago.
Davis was convicted of the murder twenty years ago. His conviction and sentence has had more reviews by courts (including the Supreme Court of the USA yesterday - again) than almost any case in history. Supporters of this 'smirking' cop killer include such luminaries as Jimmah Carter, the Pope, and Bo Diddly (or Pee Diddly).
Coincidentally, another convicted murderer was executed last evening. Lawrence Russell Brewer, a white man, was executed in Huntsville Texas for the heinous murder by dragging of James Byrd Jr, a black man, back in 1998 - a mere 13 years ago.
Two losers, both convicted by the same system of justice of a capital crime - both executed. One enjoyed the support of thousands and 'met last night with family and supporters' before he was put down in Jackson Georgia. The other, was supported by no-one, died alone and without fame.
What makes them different?
(Ann Coulter has her opinion - of course - click here to read it)
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