Are we really reverting to the 90s, blaming video games for the actions of psychopaths?
It’s frustrating to see the absurdity of this lawsuit unfold, targeting a gun company, a video game developer, and a social media platform for the tragic actions of a disturbed individual. This level of misplaced blame and lack of accountability is mind-boggling.
Consider the shooter’s background: his mother was arguably just as troubled as he was. Yet, instead of addressing such critical factors, we’re witnessing a farcical legal battle that stretches logic beyond its breaking point.
Why stop at this trio? Why not sue the manufacturer of the truck he used or the brand of clothes he wore that day? Why not blame the job that allowed him to save for an expensive rifle while still in high school?
The lawsuit claims that the shooter was manipulated into his actions due to marketing tactics by Daniel Defense. This argument is as preposterous as it is desperate. The aim is not justice but rather to bring forth a wave of lawsuits intended to bankrupt the gun industry. This strategy might be legally creative, but it is fundamentally flawed.
The real culprit behind this charade is the anti-gun group “Everytown for Gun Safety.” It seems they have orchestrated this lawsuit, exploiting grieving families with promises of substantial financial gain. This isn’t the first time gun control advocates have tried to sue gun manufacturers out of existence. Previous attempts were so ludicrous that the federal government had to step in with the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to shield manufacturers and dealers from such baseless litigation.
Here’s the kicker: the attorneys representing these families are likely working on a contingency basis. This means they only get paid if they win or settle, taking a significant percentage (typically 25-40%) of the winnings. With nearly 19 individuals involved in the lawsuit and a class action of about 30, the attorneys stand to gain the most, not the families.
It’s disheartening to see these families being misled and used as pawns in a larger political game. Daniel Defense didn’t deliver a gun to the shooter’s doorstep with a note saying “do it.” There is no video game by Activision that promotes school shootings, and Meta’s platforms, despite their controversies, didn’t push this psychopath to commit his heinous act.
This lawsuit exemplifies the dangerous trend of shirking personal responsibility. By deflecting blame onto companies, we avoid addressing the root issues.
This creates a narrative where future potential shooters might believe their actions aren’t their fault but the fault of external entities like video game companies, gun manufacturers, and social media platforms. This cycle of scapegoating will only perpetuate if we don’t confront the real issues at hand: the environment and upbringing that cultivate such violent tendencies.
In conclusion, this lawsuit is not only a farce but also a disservice to the real victims and a dangerous precedent for future incidents. Let’s focus on holding individuals accountable and addressing the underlying causes of such tragedies, rather than indulging in baseless blame games.
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