National Brawling Association

Assuming this story needs no intrduction, I'll begin: The NBA just handed down 'the harshest punishments in its' history" which included suspending Ron Artest for the remainder of the season. Hopefully Artest will face criminal charges and a lawsuit from the fan(s) (the idiot assaulted the wrong one anyway). I think he shold be banned from the NBA for life. Envision the following scenario: you work at a resturaunt and a customer throws a cup at your head. You then rush over to the table and punch someone they are sitting with. You would not only lose your job, but most likely be arrested. Artest should lose his job. Don't feel too sorry for him, in classic athlete-turned rapper style he will be releasing a rap album soon. I am sick at the extent professional athletes, actors, and famous rich people in general are able to skate away from everything from assault to murder. Being suspended for the entire season is a harsh punishment and he will have a hefty fine from the NBA and possibly face charges, but it's not enough for me. All over America numerous people are in jail or waiting trial for their assault crimes they commited last Thursday. Will Artest join them?