While we see outrage here, I'm not even sure how much we'll see from the general public. I would hope a lot from the families but they need to share some blame too. Yes, the captain is in charge, the owner should know, but as a parent, you'd think even the least boating knowledgeable would have at some point questioned things. Still, a little comparison for you to consider.
It seems we often, much as in sports, equate the penalty to the results, not the action. Simple situation, murder much worse than attempted murder.
So, now which of these do you consider the worst action.
Number one-Mother normally takes child to day care, but today the father is doing so as she's sick. He puts the child in the seat safely in the back. He starts the drive. Traffic is horrible. The day care is for the first 10 miles the same road as his work. Thirty minutes later he arrives at work, running late, grabs his briefcase and runs in. Not until his wife calls to ask if he had any trouble at day care does he know what he's done. He runs to the car but too late, calls 911 but too late.
Or number two-
2-A. A boat owner takes 13 adults and 14 kids on a 34' Silverton. Frigid water. Life jackets not worn. 3 kids are killed. Based on my interpretation of Australian rules this boat was maxed for 13 people, no more than 3 on the bridge.
2-B. A boat owner takes 27 adults and 3 kids on a 34' Silverton. Frigid water. Life jackets not worn. All are rescued from the water although at least one kid comes very close to being killed. Based on my interpretation of Australian rules this boat was maxed for 13 people, no more than 3 on the bridge.
Who do you think committed the most serious offense? Who will be penalized and suffer most?
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