In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to find people shouting opinions about books they’ve never read, movies they’ve never seen, or even people they’ve never met. It’s an unfortunate predictable human behavior, but it becomes infinitely more interesting when the criticism is not just about maintaining a narrative but about the survival of one’s reputation or career. This is the case with Myra Crosby, Juror 785 in the Alex Murdaugh trial, whose forthcoming book, Because Enough is Enough has sparked an outrage so intense, one has to wonder—what are these critics afraid of?
Guilt by Desperation?
The ferocity of the backlash against Crosby’s book is puzzling, especially considering that many of the loudest critics haven’t even laid eyes on a single page. The speed and intensity of their condemnations raise a question: Why are these people so hell-bent on discrediting a book they haven’t read? One could argue that their behavior is an act of self-preservation rather than genuine critique. What do they know that the public does not? What are they guilty of that makes them want to discredit a story before it even arrives?
Juror 785 and the Alleged Conversations
It’s essential to understand the core of the controversy. At the center of it all is Juror 785, Myra Crosby, and the issue of her impartiality. The critics assert it’s hard to believe she was targeted for removal since, according to them, no one forced her to violate the judge’s order. Yet, they conveniently ignore one glaring fact: the only two people who directly asked Crosby about her leanings regarding Murdaugh’s guilt or innocence were Judge Clifton Newman and Rebecca Hill, the Colleton County Clerk of Court. Both are state employees, and both have significant influence over the trial’s outcome.
No one else questioned Crosby about her thoughts on the case. This fact alone raises suspicion. Why was the questioning of her leanings confined to a private setting, with only those whose careers are tied to the state’s judicial outcomes involved? And why does the criticism of Crosby’s book seem so coordinated, as if orchestrated by people who have a lot to lose if her side of the story comes out?
The Anonymous Email and the Accusations
Let’s dig deeper into the accusations against Juror 785. Allegations about her breaching the sanctity of jury duty arose from an anonymous email. This email, which was the catalyst for her removal, wasn’t just any piece of correspondence; it was a calculated move. The person behind this email admitted to sending it and later thanked the very same individuals who had a vested interest in having Crosby removed. This connection is too blatant to ignore. These same individuals, it turns out, are the ones making the most noise about her upcoming book, desperately trying to paint her as untrustworthy. The louder they scream, the guiltier they sound.
The Affidavits and the Fabricated Conversations
Adding another layer of intrigue is the fact that two of the people Crosby is accused of speaking with have signed affidavits, under oath, stating that no such conversations ever took place. The third individual mentioned in these accusations? A person entirely fabricated by the Clerk of Court. What are we to make of this? The evidence of a smear campaign is overwhelming, and it appears to be orchestrated by those within the very system designed to uphold justice.
The Obstruction of Justice
If there’s nothing to hide, then why the panic? It appears some individuals have a deep fear of what might be uncovered. These frantic attempts to discredit a book before it’s released, the coordinated attacks, and the anonymous emails all suggest there’s something bigger at stake—perhaps even obstruction of justice. What else could explain this concerted effort to silence one voice?
Where is the Transparency?
The efforts to maintain confidentiality in the Murdaugh case have led to significant portions of the record being kept under seal. These include recorded interviews, affidavits received, and discussions with counsel, all aimed at preserving the anonymity of the jurors involved. Despite these measures, the case remains partially shrouded in mystery, largely because key court records have not been made public. Interestingly, Murdaugh’s attorneys and Crosby’s lawyer, Joe McCulloch of Columbia, S.C., have both expressed their willingness for these files to be released to the public. However, the office of S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson, which was responsible for prosecuting Murdaugh, remains the lone holdout. Wilson’s office insists that the files must remain sealed due to unspecified “ongoing matters,” further fueling speculation and controversy surrounding the case.
Conclusion
As Myra Crosby’s book, Because Enough is Enough approaches its release, those going ballistic over it before they’ve even read a word are only adding fuel to the fire. If their intentions were pure, they would wait, read, and then provide a measured critique. Their desperate actions do nothing but raise questions about their own credibility and motives. One can’t help but think they know what’s inside that book because they know what they’ve done. The more they scream, the more they put out LOL and laughing Gif’s, the more guilty they sound. The truth has a way of coming out, and when it does, those who tried to bury it may find themselves caught in the very trap they set for someone else, all the while selling more books for Crosby, the same book they are desperately trying discredit. Acting like the scorned 8th grader who didn’t get asked to the dance, it’s everyone else’s fault but hers. In reality, it’s because she is a mean girl that no one likes besides other jilted mean girls.