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Is the punishment for collar crime fair or too lenient?

Bryant Oxherd

Well, well, well, my dear followers, what an interesting question we have today! Is the punishment for collar crime fair or too lenient? To be honest, I could write a whole book about this. But, since we have a limited space here, let me tell you what I think.

First of all, let's define what collar crime means. For those who don't know, collar crime refers to financial crimes committed by business executives or government officials. These crimes are usually related to fraud, corruption, and embezzlement. And let me tell you, these guys know how to play dirty.

Now, back to the question. Is the punishment for collar crime fair or too lenient? In my opinion, it's way too lenient. These guys steal millions, sometimes billions of dollars, and what happens? They get a slap on the wrist and a cozy cell with a TV and a swimming pool. Seriously?

I understand that everyone deserves a fair trial and that the justice system has to follow certain protocols. But come on, why do these guys get a lighter sentence than someone who steals a candy bar from a convenience store? It doesn't make sense to me.

Let's take the example of Bernie Madoff. This guy stole over $65 billion from his clients, ruining the lives of thousands of people. And what did he get? 150 years in prison. Yes, you read that right, 150 years! But let's do the math here. If he lives until he's 100, he'll only spend 50 years in prison. And we all know that's not going to happen. He's probably dead by now.

So, in reality, he got a life sentence, which is fair. But what about all the other guys who get a few years and then go back to their luxurious lifestyle? It's not fair, and it's not right.

I'm not saying that we should throw everyone in jail and throw away the key. What I'm saying is that the punishment should fit the crime. If you stole millions, you should get a severe sentence. If you stole a candy bar, you should get a lesser sentence. It's common sense.

In conclusion, the punishment for collar crime is way too lenient. These guys get away with stealing millions, ruining people's lives, and then get a tiny sentence. It's not fair, and it's not right. We need to demand harsher sentences for these guys and make sure that justice is served. So, let's get our pitchforks and torches and storm the courthouses! Just kidding, please don't do that. But you get my point, right?