Joe, your dilemma brings up an interesting point about the state of our society and culture -
While I'm sure that the scene you witnessed is merely a mental exercise for you, there is a wide swath of our nation who thinks solely in terms of "the system", and how to apply rules to their advantage, or to make sure that somehow they aren't being treated unfairly. These folks are often quick to take offense to any perceived slight or injustice.
We have become a hyper-litigious society, ready to invoke authorities and the legal system at the drop of a hat, and argue with vigor to win our point. (And conversely, we are seemingly losing the ability to listen before speaking and be slow to anger.) I may be wrong, but I think part of the reason that people are so easily outspoken is that they feel "protected" by the legal system and it's recourse - nobody is afraid of getting an ass-whipping, because they'll have the other party thrown in jail and sued to boot.
But anyway, I just wanted to comment that we have a legal system. But don't call it "the justice system", because it's not about justice.
Legality and technicality often override common sense. Our society focuses on the letter of the law, not on the spirit of the law.
Just because a person is disabled doesn't mean they're a good person, or are deserving of any special privileges - it just means they're disabled.
I've met a lot of disabled assholes. (and a whole lot more great people)
Next time wheelchair dude acts like he owns the road, pull over and tell him that if he does it again, you'll tip him over.
Sorry for the hijack.
While I'm sure that the scene you witnessed is merely a mental exercise for you, there is a wide swath of our nation who thinks solely in terms of "the system", and how to apply rules to their advantage, or to make sure that somehow they aren't being treated unfairly. These folks are often quick to take offense to any perceived slight or injustice.
We have become a hyper-litigious society, ready to invoke authorities and the legal system at the drop of a hat, and argue with vigor to win our point. (And conversely, we are seemingly losing the ability to listen before speaking and be slow to anger.) I may be wrong, but I think part of the reason that people are so easily outspoken is that they feel "protected" by the legal system and it's recourse - nobody is afraid of getting an ass-whipping, because they'll have the other party thrown in jail and sued to boot.
But anyway, I just wanted to comment that we have a legal system. But don't call it "the justice system", because it's not about justice.
Legality and technicality often override common sense. Our society focuses on the letter of the law, not on the spirit of the law.
Just because a person is disabled doesn't mean they're a good person, or are deserving of any special privileges - it just means they're disabled.
I've met a lot of disabled assholes. (and a whole lot more great people)
Next time wheelchair dude acts like he owns the road, pull over and tell him that if he does it again, you'll tip him over.
Sorry for the hijack.
