Posted on 06/16/2009 2:33:31 PM PDT by JoeProBono
A federal judge says John Hinckley, the man who tried to kill President Ronald Reagan, can spend more time away from his psychiatric hospital and apply for a driver's license. In a ruling issued Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman says Hinckley's health will probably improve with more freedom and that he wouldn't be a danger to himself or others.
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Just like Gitmo detainees!! Right if you believe this you are in for a big surprise!!
Now he can spend more time at the gun range.
Jodie Foster’s available, again.
By the time the Obama administration is done Hinkley will have been awarded a medal of freedom for shoot Reagan.
Clinton appointee
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Friedman, Paul L.
Born 1944 in Buffalo, NY
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U. S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Nominated by William J. Clinton on March 22, 1994, to a seat vacated by Gerhard A. Gesell; Confirmed by the Senate on June 15, 1994, and received commission on June 16, 1994.
Education:
New York University School of Law
Cornell University, B.A., 1965
State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Law, J.D., 1968
Professional Career:
Law clerk, Hon. Aubrey Robinson, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, 1968-1969
Law clerk, Hon. Roger Robb, U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, 1969-1970
Assistant U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, 1970-1974
Assistant U.S. solicitor general, U.S. Department of Justice, 1974-1976
Private practice, Washington, DC, 1976-1994
Race or Ethnicity: White
Gender: Male
You know what would really get Jodie's Foster's attention....
Judicial empathy?
John Hinckley’s Letter to Jodie Foster Written Immediately Before Assassination
Dear Jodie:
There is definitely a possibility that I will be killed in my attempt to get Reagan. It is for this very reason that I am writing you this letter now.
As you well know by now I love you very much. Over the past seven months I’ve left you dozens of poems, letters and love messages in the faint hope that you could develop an interest in me. Although we talked on the phone a couple of times I never had the nerve to simply approach you and introduce myself. Besides my shyness, I honestly did not wish to bother you with my constant presence. I know the many messages left at your door and in your mailbox were a nuisance, but I felt that it was the most painless way for me to express my love for you.
I feel very good about the fact that you at least know my name and how I feel about you. And by hanging around your dormitory, I’ve come to realize that I’m the topic of more than a little conversation, however full of ridicule it may be. At least you know that I’ll always love you. Jodie, I would abandon the idea of getting Reagan in a second if I could only win your heart and live out the rest of my life with you, whether it be in total obscurity or whatever.
I will admit to you that the reason I’m going ahead with this attempt now is because I cannot wait any longer to impress you. I’ve got to do something now to make you understand, in no uncertain terms, that I’m doing all of this for your sake! By sacrificing my freedom and possibly my life, I hope to change your mind about me. This letter is being written only an hour before I leave for the Hilton Hotel. Jodie, I’m asking you to please look into your heart and at least give the chance, with this historical deed, to gain your love and respect.
I love you forever,
John W. Hinckley
“U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman says Hinckley’s health will probably improve with more freedom and that he wouldn’t be a danger to himself or others.”
So judge..he still is a danger to himself and others now, but after he get more freedom he probably won’t be?
No, actually, she’s been spending a lot of time with the Obamas.
Even getting shot, Reagan looks more presidential than anybody we’ve had since.
I remember this day well. One of my fellow 6th grade classmates was running around cheering. He was so relieved that Reagan was going to die before he got us all blown up.
It was my first realization of exactly how dangerous liberals are.
Interesting letter. Seems like a really bad idea to let him out.
Same day that Keith Smart hit the buzzer beater giving IU the NCAA championship over Syracuse. I remember both events well.
oh no, that was 1987....1981 was IU beating North Carolina..maybe i don’t remember so well. lol
Wow, a classmate was cheering? And a 6th grader did that?
I was in college when Reagan was shot. I remember all of us being gathered in the dormatory’s rec room where there was a TV. Everyone was silent and stunned. And that was at UW-Madison WI, now known as the Berkely of the Midwest.
You should’ve loosened the little punk’s teeth.
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