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having viewed the video now, i initially found myself surprised i was not more horrified. my best guess as to why is this - what seemed most notable to me was his apparent sanity and intentionality in making this choice. he chose the where and when of his death and intended it to matter.
I couldn't believe how long he stayed on his feet after he could no longer scream. Rest in Power Aaron.
How is he a terrorist? He didn't hurt or threaten anyone? He sacrificed himself to bring attention to suffering of innocent people. He is a hero.
And here ladies and gentlemen, is what a terrorist will say
His account is named after a notorious one
Ye you get my point, I see ;)
So edgy
He stopped feeling pain because shock set in about 30 seconds into it, I could get more graphic but that's about how long it took for his eyes to get to fucked up to close them.