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Serial killers Quote by Tim Dorsey

“What do they mean 'serial killers'! said Serge. (person 1), okay. But (person 2) was self-defence and the (person 3)-I mean, that was the World Series! You can call me a murderer, fair is fair, but as soon as you put 'serial' in front of it, everyone automatically thinks your crazy.” quote by Tim Dorsey
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““What do they mean 'serial killers'! said Serge. (person 1), okay. But (person 2) was self-defence and the (person 3)-I mean, that was the World Series! You can call me a murderer, fair is fair, but as soon as you put 'serial' in front of it, everyone automatically thinks your crazy.””

Tim Dorsey

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Big Bamboo", 2005

He satates how labeling a crime as “serial” changes perception, while other violent acts are normalized.

In simple terms: Labeling crimes as “serial” makes them seem more shocking.

Key Takeaway

Question how language shapes our judgment of violence.

Themes

language perception crime media bias

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • news reporting
  • legal discourse
  • public opinion

Key Concepts

sociology psychology media studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does labeling affect public fear?
  • What other terms influence our view of crime?
A Different Perspective

The analogy may oversimplify complex legal definitions.

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