[laotzu]

I would not arrest a man who was stealing a loaf of bread because he was down..I would arrest someone who was stealing a loaf of bread who had plenty of money

What about the victim? You know, the baker who gets up at 4AM to bake and sell the bread.

What about the victim's children? The victim's poorly mother? His house payment? Etc...

Who all do you steal from because you are 'down and out'?

When you break into my home, is it OK for me to shoot you dead only if you are rich?

[Glennb51]

I find the replies humorous. I never said I would distribute another man’s bread. I never said I would allow the baker and his family to be victimized. I only said I would not arrest the poor man.

It is unfortunate that so many are unable to think in terms of yes or no, black or white. There are other appropriate responses depending on the circumstances.