OJ Goes to Jail - The American Legal system

OJ is going to do some serious jail time for what he did in Las Vegas. Looks like his luck finally ran out. I just hope that the jury who convicted him did so based on the evidence presented at this trial and not because they felt justice had not been served 13 years ago.

Although I get as frustrated as anyone else when what looks obvious to me is not obvious to the jury, the important thing is that everyone is entitled to there day in court. Is the system fair? Probably not. After all, not all of us can afford top line defense teams and at times have to settle for whatever is available for a court appointee.

On the prosecution side, not all investigations are as complete and prepared (take OJ's first trial) as they should be.

However, even though it is not perfect, the legal system in the United States is a lot better than what other countries have to offer.

Of course the next major decision our country needs to face is what we are going to do about the prisoners in Guantanamo accused (but not proven by any court) of committing terrorism and/or crimes against the United States. Do these individuals have the same rights as OJ? Should they be allowed to face their accusers in a court of law, with no water board present, present their case and allow a jury to decide their fate? Or are we simply going to ship them off to somewhere like Egypt where they will never be seen again?

We as Americans boast of our country's love of freedom and justice. Even though the justice system is not perfect, overall it has served us well.

Now we, and in this case I think the truth of the matter is that the Obama Administration is going to be be representing we the people, have to decide just what American Justice means and who it applies to.

Let your representatives know your views. If you believe the alleged terrorist deserve their day in court, say so. If you believe the proof is there and they should be executed, say so.

Do not sit idly by and let others make this decision with out your input. We Americans are our legal system. It is as strong or as weak as we allow it to be.

Let's make it strong, fair and just for everyone.

Its Common Sense!