
Ted Kaczynski, the man known as the Unabomber, died on Saturday at the age of 81. Kaczynski was a former mathematics professor who carried out a 17-year bombing campaign against people he believed were advancing modern technology and the destruction of the natural environment. He was arrested in 1996 and pleaded guilty to 16 counts of mail bombing, murder, and attempted murder. He was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences without the possibility of parole.
Kaczynski's death marks the end of a dark chapter in American history. His crimes were horrific, but his writings also sparked a national debate about the dangers of technology and the importance of protecting the environment. His legacy will continue to be debated for years to come.