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By: mbgodofwar

mbgodofwar — Sun, 27 Mar 2022 16:35:50 +0000

I saw comments (Reddit?) that suggested that they block the hash of the illegal material instead of using it as a honey pot.

I find the congressmen’s slander of calling those charged with CP as “predators” and “pedophiles” disheartening. I can’t speak for everyone, but I never molested anyone or have any urge for a child. My problem, too, is that those of us charged w/CP sharing or possession are treated like we haven’t been punished already, even after getting out of prison. I could sling dope, have someone get addicted and ruin their life, get caught, be unapologetic in the least, do my skimpy time in prison, and everyone welcomes me…even if it was my 5th or 6th time. Sit at home alone, look at illegal porn, get arrested, do prison, do 5+ year probation, never commit another crime…always a pariah.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 14:45:55 +0000

I think filtering this stuff off the net would keep many would be offenders from ending up in legal jeopardy. Think of all the destroyed lives that could be saved from this fate. Sounds like a no brainier.

Will this stop all CP? Of course not, but it would make a clear distinction between those who stumbled into the wrong side of the web and those determined to perpetuate sexual harm on children.

By: Just Sayin

Just Sayin — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 14:17:40 +0000

In reply to Brandon. There's an old saying: "me thinketh thou protests too loudly." Some like that. It means the ones who spout off at the mouth like some we've seen in this week's hearing are the ones who have the most sins or skeletons in their closests.

By: BWJ

BWJ — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:59:36 +0000

In reply to P.S.. That's not what the Republicans are saying. However there are reports of judges appointed by Republicans sho have ruled the way Jackson has.

By: Brandon

Brandon — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 12:50:59 +0000

CP has become a buzz word for anyone arrested or convicted being accused of being a predator or pedophile; which more than likely isn’t true. Not all CP are prepubescent children, but they are all minors under the law. Are sentences ridiculous in CP cases? Yes it’s insane to read people being sentenced for decades or more time than other heinous crimes.

I find it ironic that Republicans are banishing the nominee; while being numb on the conviction and upcoming sentencing of Josh Duggar. Senators Cotton, Cruz, Rubio, Paul, and others have had their pictures taken with him. When an average American gets arrested those same Senators call them pedophiles and predators.

Time to stop using a broad brush to paint everyone in Blanket shades of punitive punishment. At least have a rational conversation without emotions.

By: Sasha

Sasha — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:08:29 +0000

I could not watch it all. In fact, I was sickened by what I was seeing and hearing from the representatives. I believe this was not only about her sentencing guidelines, but how the Executive branch wants to take away more and more of judges powers that they do not agree with and the use of discretion when it comes to sentencing a person. Maybe they should focus on actually innocent and a meaningful change to the system.
The talk shows that focused on this were just as bad, followed by various social media platforms who focus so much on “our kids are being indoctrinated by pedos”.

By: Tim P.

Tim P. — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:46:15 +0000

I also think that this is a step in the right direction. Mainly for the harsh registry requirements and a more focus on actual prevention than additional punishments. Atleast the elephant (registry laws) in the room is being discussed more often and debated on the damages and additional punishment they cause over prevention.

By: Just Sayin

Just Sayin — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:16:18 +0000

I too cringed throughout much of the hearings because I am a CP defendant. Why? I allowed someone to use my computer. It was mine, no doubt. But I wasn’t behind the key board. Did the govt ever actually prove the ages of the purported children? Nope. They just said “they look like teenagers.” The judge and jury agreed and the next thing I know, I was in handcuffs on my way to federal prison. I doubt any senator (not to name names) from any state such as Texas or South Carolina will ever understand that someone can use their computer to gain ready access to nude pictures of someone who may or may not be a child because nobody knows for sure.

By: P.S.

P.S. — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:21 +0000

In reply to Congressman Jacob. (Actually, these are the mandatory minimums that exist already. Most of the public still isn’t aware of them, yet a majority of Federal judges consider them excessive, according to the Sentencing Commission. I believe judges can be trusted with the discretion to go below these ranges where necessary).

By: Congressman Jacob

Congressman Jacob — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 23:54:30 +0000

Were I in Congress right now, I would DEMAND a mandatory minimum sentence of FIVE YEARS for sharing or downloading such material!

I would then claim credit for its enactment, declare problem solved, and win re-election.

Members with Federal experience will recognize what I’m up to here.