When is "A little bit of Violence" appropriate?
My search of the TFP threads (Violence and Justified) revealed the more extreme end of the spectrum, namely that of murder, justifiable homocide et cetera. It also surrounded male violence, which I found odd and concerning.
Redlemon said in another thread that even a small amount of violence is a bad thing, and I have to disagree.
Tell me, fellow TFP'ers, when do you think that "A little bit of violence" is a good thing? No, I am not talking about sporting events here, although Mark Bertuzzi is a saint in my book and gave Moore everything he had coming for that Naslund hit. Ooops, that was in a different thread in Tilted Sports.
Bad Ben, stay on topic and discuss something new!!
Here is what comes off the top of my head:
1. Safety violations that require immediate correction. If you pulled the pin on the grenade when I specifically told you not to, you can expect a swift open hand come across your face. I will then focus your newfound attention in my direction, to prevent further transgressions.
2. If I know that there will be violence coming towards me, I will pre-emptively strike out with "A little" bit of violence to show that I am not one to mess with. You get to see the tip of the iceberg, and are warned to steer your angry ship in a different direction or else I will sink you.
3. Law enforcement, using an escalating amount of force when necessary to control the situation. "A little bit" of violence used to apprehend someone is much better than the lethal force alternative.
Please feel free to add to the list, or debate me in the inclusion of my points.
Remember, to keep the mods happy, if you want to debate me in the Bertuzzi/Moore thing, go to Tilted Sports.