Is This What We Call Justice?

Injustice

Does a tragedy have to occur for us to open our eyes? When I read "Trayvon Martin by: Josiah Payne," I thought of this question. I don't believe justice was served in a court of law. This leaves me questioning the true meaning of justice in America. Seeing a young African-American male shot in cold blood by a hispanic man is not your average dealing; it should have not been handled that way. 

The poem "Trayon Martin" really expressed the damage that was done before, during, and after Trayvon's death. Once the news came about this particular shooting, America seemed to be a little more interested then usual. There was plenty of controversy between the people and media. This incident escalated quickly. The first time I saw the story in the news I was shocked, but not as surprised to see yet another murder of a young  black man. Further investigation into the case revealed more to the story. The Stand Your Ground Law had lots to do with the trial. It is a type self-defense law that gives individuals the right to use reasonable force to defend themselves without any requirement to evade or retreat from a dangerous situation. The attorney had used this case as a opportunity to repeal the law. In this case it didn't work. I don't think Zimmerman used reasonable force. You cannot tell me that this law has worked in every time it has been applied. He took a life, that he didn't give.

In the poem, it said "a nation to ponder." That is all that is left to do. Just a couple days ago the verdict was not guilty. The man who was trialed for the murder of Trayvon Martin was found not guilty. This was the most remarkable thing about the whole case was the verdict. There are many unhappy people as a result; including me. There was plenty of chaos about the whole situation, but also positive feedback. There has been protests, rallies, and other gestures to show support towards the community. I was still shocked, yet relieved to see so many positive examples. There are still wrongs to be corrected. Justice has not yet been served fully. I guess we all doing the best we can. I just hope that we can all look back on the last February and progress.