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Old 10-02-2006, 08:44 PM   #8 (permalink)
analog
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How does this count as a "school shooting"? I mean... it took place IN a school, but the shooter was not a student there, nor was he in any way affiliated with the school (like a teacher or something administrative).

This is just a shooting. This is just pure, simple, murder.

I fully believe that the intent on using the term "school shooting" is purely for ratings and to attract more attention. Stupid. Using the deaths of a half-dozen or more young girls to get ratings. Shameful.

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Originally Posted by fresnelly
I imagine one reason for the recent cluster of these types of crimes, is copy-cat syndrome. These guys are all angry and unstable and looking for an outlet. This sort of crime offers maximum carnage, a quick (if short) burst of power, and a national media spotlight. It must be irrisistible for someone so inclined.
Damn straight. You kill a couple of kids, and suddenly everyone knows your story. Maximum impact, indeed.
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