1. Comment by dianne zigmond - July 23, 2008 @ 10:26 PM I wish to speak on behalf of this individual, whom I have known on a professional basis for several years. He is a kind man, and a good person. He has never been involved in anything like this before. I would urge readers to reserve judgement. We do not know what actions the semi truck or motorcyclist may have contributed to this situation. While there is never a good reason or excuse for road rage, people must learn how to diffuse anger instead of ratchet it up a notch. Perhaps the trucker hung onto the horn way longer than he should have. Maybe he was aggressive as well. We do not have all the facts. The video really only shows one portion of the altercation. He deserves his moment in court. People need to find ways to help calm these situations down. Never chase another driver who exhibits road rage, which may been a part of this situation.We see road rage all too often, and the sad fact is we need to learn how to be more polite to each other..everywhere.
2. Comment by Annette Backous - July 23, 2008 @ 11:52 PM While it is true that Kashul deserves his moment in court and should not be judged sooner, it is also true that good people can exhibit rage. I have seen rage only a few times in my life, but in each case it was from a person who was respected in the community. These folks need professional help to learn the skill of dealing with their own anger and frustration. Regarding "reserving judgement", let's not cast doubt on the innocence of the other drivers when nothing has been brought forward to discredit them. We need to be more polite to each other...everywhere.
3. Comment by J S - July 24, 2008 @ 07:23 AM Why is it always with the Russians anyway? Make an example out of him.
4. Comment by Inessa G - July 24, 2008 @ 11:26 AM comment to J S why are you bring "russians" into this??? do you have a problem with russians?? Dont judge the rest of us for someones actions... American's, Russian's, Germany's, Mexican's any of those people commit crimes too. Just because he's russian doesn't mean anything and yes i totally agree he deserves his moment in court because others out there dont know how to drive and atempt it and cause accidents that could have been avoided...
5. Comment by dianne zigmond - July 24, 2008 @ 12:10 PM In my opinion, most new immigrants in this country work harder and value America more than those of us born here 3rd, 4th generation or more. I work with various ethnic groups. Mr. Kashul is a serious hard worker who has never asked for a handout. This country is a melting pot. If you want to get down to it, the American Native Indian could call the rest of us the original illegal immigrants. Why all the hate? Maybe all that hate and anger is what causes road rage. Treat others like you'd like to be treated??? I know this person in question, and while I don't know what caused him to flip out on 7-10-08,(and it has nothing to do with being Russian)he has always been a perfect gentleman while in my presence. I am not excusing his actions, but I'd sure like to hear his side.
6. Comment by netaushia bacon - July 24, 2008 @ 01:20 PM in regards to Dianne I would just like to say while yes the aggressor needs his day in court. I know both the trucker and the motorcyclist and both there stories show that the defendant did start the accident. and no matter what you think they have contributed, no one at all deserves to be hit and injured and then to not even get the respect to stop and see if they are alright. so I hope for someone who may be a nice person out of his car, gets what he deservers. and another thing no one should ever have the right to drive a car if they are at any giving moment going to show actions that can kill someone. we all get upset at one time or another but you should have morals and respect for yourself and others. and I feel this person dose not have either of these things. so again to all of you why are you all quick to defend the defendant but not showing any support to those that were injured and attacked by this person...... Like I said I hope he gets his day in court and get what he deserves for his actions on that day!
7. Comment by netaushia bacon - July 24, 2008 @ 01:20 PM in regards to Dianne I would just like to say while yes the aggressor needs his day in court. I know both the trucker and the motorcyclist and both there stories show that the defendant did start the accident. and no matter what you think they have contributed, no one at all deserves to be hit and injured and then to not even get the respect to stop and see if they are alright. so I hope for someone who may be a nice person out of his car, gets what he deservers. and another thing no one should ever have the right to drive a car if they are at any giving moment going to show actions that can kill someone. we all get upset at one time or another but you should have morals and respect for yourself and others. and I feel this person dose not have either of these things. so again to all of you why are you all quick to defend the defendant but not showing any support to those that were injured and attacked by this person...... Like I said I hope he gets his day in court and get what he deserves for his actions on that day!
8. Comment by Brandi Collum - July 24, 2008 @ 03:13 PM I would like to comment on behalf of my Dad who was the one hit on the motorcycle. His motorcycle is totalled, he missed work to get medical attention, and he has to live with the memory. When that guy slammed on his brakes he was trying to hit my Dad. He intentionally hit a motorcyclist who was going 60 MPH!! When my Dad flew over his car he landed on the ground and the driver and passenger looked at him on the ground on his back before speeding off. It's scary people like that are out there and there is no defense for this guy. I hope he gets the max allowable punishment because he deserves it. If my Dad wan't wearing protective gear he could have been killed.
9. Comment by Jim Walsh - August 03, 2008 @ 12:03 AM First of all i dont condone roadrage. In this case there are more at fault here then just Mr. Kashul. Portland traffic is getting heavy on everywhere and there are alot of frustrated commuters on our roads. It doesnt take much for someone to snap. In this case the trucker layed on his horn for over a muinute multiple times wich may have caused Mr. Kashul to become angry. We know what happened next but in no way did this give the motorcyclist the right to chase the Matrix. This guy in my opinion is an idiot for doing so. He hit Mr. Kasul and he is the one at fault for totaling his motorcycle. Its good to hear that he wasnt killed but because of his actions he could have not only hurt himself but others as well. (60mph is too fast during rush hour on the Interstate Bridge) Maybe he should also should be punished for his actions.
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