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Is "eco-terrorism" a crime, or would they strictly be charged for arson? I sure hope it's the latter. As ridiculous as their intent is and as much as I hate enviro-nazis, it's still arson.
It's funny how most people who would have no problem giving them a harsher punishment for eco-terrorism as opposed to regular arson would probably freak out if somebody was charged with a "hate crime" for beating up someone who happened to be black or gay. And, of course, vice-versa.
Personally, I think that people should be punished according to the crime they committed. Not according to opinions that they may or may not have about blacks, gays, the environment, etc., which may or may not have led to them committing said crime. It's way too subjective, and sets a dangerous precedent.
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