CNN identified On as one of the attackers. His mother defended him, saying he was only defending himself. She confirmed he’s a senior at Beverly Hills High School and mentioned his intention to join the Israel Defense Forces.

As horrible as he is for attacking students with a dangerous weapon, one might think he is a good candidate for the IDF.

  • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldMEnglish
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    4 months ago

    In what way am I forgiving? My very first sentence says included, “what he did was horrendous and he should have known better and I hope he is put in prison for it.”

    Where’s the forgiveness?

    • The Uncanny Observer@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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      4 months ago

      Quite literally followed up with a “but”. Look at it this way, if I say “I’m not racist, but…”, then I’m still racist. You’re still downplaying actions that are legally defined as terrorism, by trying to paint him in a sympathetic light as a victim of his upbringing.