"I apologize if you interpreted what I said in that way . I am not attempting to downplay anything . I am only trying to understand why some people are less concerned with things that pose a greater risk ."
"Because violent crime and violent criminals is something that I ca n't control . Heart disease , that can be worked on with good diet , exercise and medicine if necessary . It 's manageable , controllable and can be avoided . You ca n't do that with a violent criminal ."
"I apologize if you interpreted what I said in that way"
"Heart disease , that can be worked on with good diet , exercise and medicine if necessary ."