I can't say that I'm surprised that Zimmerman was acquitted. It sure sounded like he followed Martin, confronted him, had the tables turned, and was being pounded by a tougher opponent. So he pulled a gun and shot him, and a bad law will allow him to get away with his irresponsible behavior.

IMO this was a perfect storm of factors:

1) A law that allows you to shoot first and ask questions later.
2) A guy with a gun who was looking for trouble.
3) A young black man walking alone at night.

You have to wonder what would have happened with the police / in court if Martin had taken the gun and shot Zimmerman dead...