Note: This post will be updated as new events and information arise. (07/17/13)
Below is an incomplete list of some under-reported facts surrounding the Trayvon Martin case:
- The State’s key witness, Trayvon Martin’s girlfriend has been caught lying under oath, and is not the first piece of misinformation tied to her.
- George Zimmerman passed a voice stress test (similar to a polygraph) the night of the shooting.
- The 9-1-1 tape was selectively edited to give the impression Zimmerman had singled out Martin because he was black by media outlets.
- After further enhancement it has been determined that Zimmerman did not use a racial slur as first reported.
- When the police video of Zimmerman was enhanced, he showed visible signs of injury consistent with his account of events.
- A neighbor’s account of Zimmerman’s visible injuries on the night of the shooting is consistent with his accounts.
- Police said Zimmerman was bleeding from the nose and the back of his head and was treated by medics before being taken to Sanford police station after the shooting.
- News outlets have acknowledged using deceptive and misleading photos of both Martin and Zimmerman.
- A witness’ account of the shooting consistent with Zimmerman’s account.
- Zimmerman is a registered Democrat.
- Zimmerman was vocal about and circulated fliers demanding discipline for a white officer who beat a black man.
- The prosecutor’s affidavit used to indict Zimmerman confirms he did not use a racial slur.
- Zimmerman’s official medical confirms a broken nose and lacerations, further lending credence to his version of events.
- Autopsy results of Trayvon Martin show injuries to his knuckles.
- Autopsy reveals drugs in Martin’s system.
- Multiple witness acounts corroberate Zimmerman’s version of events.
- Martin’s father told police it was not his son’s voice calling for help, prosecutors decided to use his mother’s testimony for the arrest affidavit that it was Martin even though FBI analysists said there was no way to determine whose it was.
- Police in affidavit state they do not believe the shooting was race related, confirmed by co-workers, neighbors and others who know Zimmerman.
- Pics from Martin’s cell phone include marijuana plants and him holding a gun. Texts include Martin talking about selling a gun, and fighting a “snitch”.
- Judge disallows evidence of Martin’s drug use and fighting references from phone and social media which show his character.
- Prosecutors caught hiding evidence/court officers deleting pertinent data from Martin’s cell phone.
- A speech scientist today said it was “imaginary stuff” to assert that Trayvon Martin could be heard pleading for help on 911 tapes the night he was killed in a confrontation with George Zimmerman.
- State witness Rachel Jeantel recounts that Martin referred to Zimmerman as a “creepy, white, kill my neighbors cracker”.
- Key State witness, 19 year-old Rachel Jeantel, deletes dozens of tweets which brag of her heavy drug and alcohol use.
- Witness recalls seeing Martin atop of Zimmerman repeatedly punching him “MMA style”.
- The Martin family attorney concedes this trial is not about race or racial profiling.
- Prosecution witness, Sanford police investigator Chris Serino admits during testimony that there is no evidence that contradicts Zimmerman’s version of events.
- Local police had been looking the other way regarding Trayvon Martin’s criminal behavior new Freedom of Information Act request finds.
- Martin’s father, Tracey, told investigators the person screaming for help in the 911 call was not his son Trayvon.
- Medical evidence pertaining to both Martin and Zimmerman are consistent with Zimmerman’s account of the event.
Even though the actual evidence suggests George Zimmerman’s account of the events which led to the shooting of the Florida teen is accurate, this is how the media and the public has reacted:
- Rush Limbaugh, Rick Santorum, and Mitt Romney hold some responsibility for the shooting due to their racist rhetoric.
- Martin is a Martyr.
- Posses have been formed to “hunt down” Zimmerman.
- Zimmerman’s home address was attempted to be made public via twitter by celebrities.
- “WANTED: Dead or Alive” posters were issued for Zimmerman.
- It was declared that blacks were under attack and that the shooting was a result of the election of a black man as president.
- A $10,000 bounty was offered for Zimmerman’s capture.
- A $1,000,000 bounty was offered for Zimmerman’s capture.
- Zimmerman was expelled from college.
- Hispanic Zimmerman labeled a “Pussy Ass Cracker” using his likeness on T-Shirts by a Florida clothing company.
- U.S. Congresswoman asserts there is strong evidence of a hate crime.
- U.S. Congressman claims Martin was executed for “walking while black”.
- U.S. Congresswoman claims Martin was “hunted down like a dog”.
- Celebrity tweets correct address for Zimmerman.
- Rally for Martin used for voter registration drive.
- Calls for escalated civil disobedience until Zimmerman arrested.
- Conservative policies are blamed for Martin’s shooting, disregarding Zimmerman being a Democrat.
- U.S. Congresswoman hints that other options will be used if the system fails to convict Zimmerman.
- Sanford Police Department called bigoted and unprofessional for not making arrest, that Chief and family should be hunted down like dogs.
- Martin compared to Jesus Christ.
- Martin’s killing likened to discrimination of gays.
- U.S. Congresswoman calls Martin’s death a modern day lynching.
- Jesse Jackson tries to rally blacks, “we’re going to get this guy Zimmerman”.
- Congressional Black Caucus introduces resolution calling for ending the right to self-defense shooting, stating Martin’s shooting the result of unfounded racial bias.
- Martin compared to Jesus, was the victim of legalized hate.
- “Kill Whitey” vandalism related to Martin’s death.
- “things that is about to happen to these honkeys, these crackers, these pigs, these pink people, these (beep) people, it has been long over due.”
- Pandemonium promised if Zimmerman not charged.
- In addition to Zimmerman, Wal-Mart, the NRA and the Koch brothers are to blame for Martin’s death.
- Trayvon Martin case proves police corruption and racism.
- Zimmerman’s attorneys receive threats.
- Zimmerman receives dozens of death threats via Twitter in the event he is not convicted.
Which facts of the case warrant the response? What known facts justify the accusations of racial bias other than the fact that the shooter and victim were different colors?
Now that Zimmerman has been found not guilty, this is the reaction:
- Despite being found not guilty, lawsuits are being prepared against Zimmerman.
- Zimmerman is receiving thousands of death threats via Twitter.
- Despite admitting the trial is not about race, the Martin family attorney compares Trayvon to Medgar Evers and Emmit Till.
- Mass protests and vandalism in response to the verdict in large cities.
- FBI investigations conclude Zimmerman did not act out of racial animus, and yet many celebrities and media personalities still claiming the killing was racially motivated.
- Members of Congress calling for federal investigation and prosecution of Zimmerman: Rep Jerry Nadler (D – NY), Reps. Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.) and Chaka Fattah (D-Pa.), Sen Harry Reid (D – NV), Sen Amy Klobuchar (D- MN)
- Mass protests across the country blocking traffic and vandalism because of verdict. Many protesters decrying the killing as race driven despite all evidence to the contrary.
- The NAACP has collected nearly half a million signatures demanding the Dept. of Justice investigate the shooting.
- The Nation magazine attributes “white supremacy” as the reason for the acquittal of the Hispanic Zimmerman.
- Group of black youths beat Hispanic man saying “this is for Trayvon”.
- Rachel Jeantel, the prosecutor’s key witness admits she believes Trayvon threw the first punch.
- Dem. Rep. introduces an anti-racial profiling bill invoking Trayvon Martin even though race was irrelevant in the case.
Sifting Reality 
In a truly fruitless “conversation” in which I am engaged, sort of, on a lefty blog, none of the facts listed matter. I’ve brought up many of them and the narrative continues, with words like “murder” and “hunted down” being used routinely by the host of that blog. After presenting this list, I am countered with this, which, I suppose, was presented as if the comments are typical of the right-wing in general, as opposed to what it is, a sad reaction to the stoking of racial tensions by the very people this twisted blogger supports (and for whom he has admittedly voted).
For some reason, after repeated denials on my part, they insist I claim there is no racism on the right. I don’t know where they got that from, but I have insisted that the race-baiting of their public figures is apparent, where little to none is obvious from the right.
The Martin/Zimmerman case is, or should be, an embarrassing example of this race-baiting. And it seems natural to expect that some people might decide the wise path is to prepare for whatever manifestation of the “no justice/no peace” sentiments expressed by those race-baiters. I recently saw a headline referring to the beating of an elderly white person being a response to the perception, stoked by the baiters, that there is some injustice being forced upon this case. But apparently, to even suggest preparing for said manifestation is itself racist to people like the blogger in question. It appears that ANY reaction from the right-wing is racist, including defending one’s self against the charge.
Barack Obama, with his silence, exhibits tacit approval of this race baiting, and in my opinion, if re-elected, will be the catalyst in the upcoming race war.
If he is re-elected president, a race war will happen.
zimmerman is innocent
I am thinking that as well. Even the prosecutor’s investigator had to admit on the stand that the case is little more than speculation.
There was such a media slant when the Trayvon Martin thing happened I couldn’t believe it. They really portrayed this kid as an innocent 12 year old. Baby-faced and all. I wrote an article about it when it first happened: http://wp.me/psW0l-tE
Zimmerman was railroaded by public outcry. There is no evidence, I mean ZERO evidence to show he wanted to shoot anyone that night let alone hunt down Martin.
I hope Zimmerman sues the hell out of the “news” outlet who edited the 911 call to make it sound like he was targeting Martin because he was black.
You should really check out the wikipedia page. It is very well written. The most chilling part is the recording of Zimmerman screaming for help for over a minute before finally shooting Martin.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shooting_of_Trayvon_Martin#Witness_accounts