So, I get on this spot and I'm reading all this 'I'm starting to hate Laurel' crap. You guys say you understand that she misses Tommy. Well, then show a little understanding. It's not like he's away on a vacation. He's dead and she feels that it's her fault and she will have to live with that. She blamed the hood to feel just a little less guilty, because it's too much to bear on her own.
I do not approve of how Laurel blamed the hood, but I do understand. People say and do messed up things when they're grieving. Seriously, it's only been three episodes and you're already complaining. God forbid tragedy ever strikes down on any of you.
I will admit that I like Felicity better than Laurel, but I had to get this off my chest, because Laurel did not deserve all the hate.