So normally when there is a accusation of racism there is always the element of doubt of whether something racist was actually said. But in this instance John Terry said a racist insult, was filmed saying a
racist insult, admitted saying a
racist insult, but his excuse was that he only said a
racist insult because he thought somebody said it to him, and he repeated it back as question because he was puzzled by it?! And he is found NOT guilty!
. strawberry float me he had some ballsy evil genius lawyers.
I don't want to make generalisations but John Terry epitomises a type of man that this country has that feel they have more of a right to live in this country than other British citizens. A type who carry with them a sense of entitlement and feel they can make certain 'jokey' comments to upset others.
The legacy of Ashley Cole's actions, speaking up for Terry, will help to make casual racist abuse more acceptable. Because for those who hold racist opinions they will now believe that if Ashley Cole 'didn't seem to mind about Terry's words, then they are not so bad after all.'