Alabama, one more time

[kaasirpent]

But this time, not in my words--in the words of James Randi.

The whole article is here. My favorite quote is this:

As a nation currently struggling with its credibility and its image on the world stage, we certainly didn't need this ridiculous scene to be played out publicly. I'm personally embarrassed by Justice Moore's stance, his actions, and his ignorance of reality, since they reflect on my country. He committed what he knew was an improper act — arguably an illegal act — then openly and flagrantly violated a federal court order to reverse that action, and he has shown no remorse, nor discomfort. In fact, he's crowing and preening in the spotlight that he's brought to bear on his actions. The ethics complaint that was brought against him stated that he failed to "observe high standards of conduct" and to "respect and comply with the law." And this is the Chief Justice of the State of Alabama?

And people wonder why there is such rampant apathy on the part of voters?

Oh, yeah. Sign me up twice.