Vigilante Justice and Public Sentiment

This chapter examines the public's mixed reactions to the killing of a healthcare CEO, spotlighting the disdain for the health insurance industry across political lines. It discusses the emergent vigilante sentiments surrounding the suspect, Luigi Mangione, and the broader moral questions regarding acts of violence motivated by perceived societal injustices. Through historical examples and contemporary cases, the chapter explores the paradox of morality in public discourse, emphasizing how socioeconomic factors shape perceptions of justice.