Calling all Dumbasses

March Dumbass and Sanford, Florida Police Chief Bill Lee Jr. temporarily stepped aside because of a no-confidence vote of the Sanford City Council. Good. Here’s to Florida making it permanent. How this alleged law enforcement officer saw no probable cause to arrest someone who killed a human being under questionable circumstances is beyond dumbfounding.

Here are some facts:

- George Zimmerman thought a black kid with a hoodie walking through the neighborhood was suspicious and on drugs.

- George Zimmerman referred to Martin as a “fuckin’ coon.”

- George Zimmerman referred to Martin with “These assholes always get away.”

- George Zimmerman told the 911 operator Martin was running.

- George Zimmerman was asked if he was following Martin.

- George Zimmerman answered in the affirmative.

- The 911 operator told Zimmerman, “We don’t need you to do that.”

- George Zimmerman ignored the 911 operator’s suggestion, pursued Martin, got out of his truck, and was involved in an altercation with Martin that resulted in Martin’s death.

Now….Forget race. Forget bias. Forget profiling.

A Neighborhood Watch Captain saw someone suspicious. He called 911 and reported his concern. Instead of observing from a safe distance while waiting for police, or driving off (if he was in fear for his safety), he got out of the safety of his vehicle (per Sanford Police) and ultimately killed someone.

Zimmerman’s claim of self defense and fear for his safety as justification for killing Martin is absolutely invalid, unacceptable and laughable. Zimmerman’s deadly encounter came about purely by his choice and actions. Nothing and no one but him compelled him to exit his vehicle.

Pure and simple - It was Zimmerman’s decision and Zimmerman’s actions alone that resulted in the ultimate death of Trayvon Martin.