Zach's posterous

Now of course I wasn't there, but in the situation leading up to the assault, I personally would have tried my hardest to keep my mouth shut.  Memphis is a city after all, complete with not only rude, but dangerous people.  Despite the circumstances, I hope that Zac and Matthew are grateful that the assailant used his fist instead of a gun.  It's certainly unfortunate to have this attitude, but I have a family to care for, which is more important to me than even bicycle advocacy.

That being said, there is no excuse for the suspect's behavior.  Just because I would have stayed quiet does not make Zac and Matthew wrong.  In fact, they had every right to at least inform the driver of the laws regarding automobiles and bicycles.

I really cannot add much, since the negative words like despicable and ridiculous are pretty obvious by now.  I just want to help draw as much attention to this incident as I can so as many people as possible are not only aware of what bicycle commuters deal with on a daily basis, but also angered enough to push for better education and press towards friendlier bicycle/automobile relations.

If nothing else, lets hope this is a wake-up call to everyone to simply grow up.  If you're like the person that punched Zac in the face, knock it off.  If you're the opposite, and actually have love for your fellow man, don't ever stand for this kind of behavior.  Do something.