I personally like Pit Bulls and have considered them for my next dog. Though as said, they are prone to dog aggression and owners need to know how to handle this before getting a Pit Bull. They certainly aren't a dog for everyone.

I'm very against them being outlawed and terminated but I also don't agree with the people who try and sugar coat them as being amazing dogs that could never do any wrong.

Here's a very interesting link that shows both sides: Pit Bull Facts and Myths – Infographic – 1800PetMeds

Here's the ATTS temperment test scores for different breeds, Pit Bulls actually did better than many other breeds including Chihuahuas, Dalmatians, Standard Poodles, and Golden Retrievers: ATTS Breed Statistics | American Temperament Test Society, Inc.

That whole "Locking Jaw" thing? Not true. It used to be used to describe a dogs determination to not let go of something: Pit Bull Myths