jimpeel
Well-Known Member
OK I'll give you what you want (something to argue about). Personally I think that guy was a jackass and that there was no conspiracy involving the moon landing, and good for Buzz, BUT....If that was in public, and the asshole dude wants to press charges, or someone in the crowd called the cops, Buzz, though somewhat justified, should stand trial and most likely be convicted of misdemeanor assault and battery.
The actual words the guy used top Aldrin were "You're a coward, a liar, and a thief." at which point Aldrin decked him.
The SCotUS has ruled that there are "fighting words" to which a person may respond with physical violence. I think "You're a coward, a liar, and a thief." would suffice in this case. Let the asshole try to press charges or sue. He will be laughed out of court.
By the by. The last thing that anyone wants to do is jump on my hood because I am going to put it in gear, wait until they just land, and punch it in reverse about a foot dumping them on their head in the street.