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Old 10-02-2011, 09:21 AM   #26
robertthebard
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Default Re: Judge: Loughner can be made mentally fit for trial

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Originally Posted by SpiritWarrior View Post
Indeed. But is there such a big difference when the issue boils down to schizophrenics on medication vs. off medication? This is my point, is all.
Only in so far as what they do when they are off. Not every schizophrenic that goes off their meds goes on a killing spree. Once they do, however, being off the meds isn't an excuse, or a free pass. They made a decision to get off their meds while they were coherent, the killing spree is a direct result of that decision, therefore they are responsible for the outcome.
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