Wash. Parents Acquitted of Attempted Murder in 'Honor Killing' Case

Wash. Parents Acquitted of Attempted Murder in 'Honor Killing' Case
Above: The Thurston County Courthouse in Thurston County, Washington. Image copyright: Wikimedia Commons

The Spin

Right narrative

This acquittal, despite video evidence clearly showing an attempted murder, signals a dangerous trend. Islamist extremism is growing more mainstream and poses a threat to American civil society.

Left narrative

While this case is tragic and the parents deserve their punishment, rare cases like this don't validate fears of Islamic extremism, but rather reflect judicial complexity. Fearmongering about Muslim immigration fuels Islamophobia, misrepresenting diverse communities.


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