checking in briefly, thanks for the updates.
Both the judge and Fitz sound like flaming moonbats. Walton brings up murder FGS.
11:23
Wells: the letters only represent a fraction of the evidence supporting Mr. Libby’s character.
Wells WRT collatoral consequences suffered by Libby. This is an exceptional case, exceptional degree of media coverage, bc of that, ramifications have been different.
[And I’m sure the Wilsons enjoyed that media attention, Ted]
Wells: Mr Libby has been exposed unlike people convicted in normal case, to overwhelming public scrutiny, exposed to ridicule.
[And standing ovations from his buddies the Neocons]
Wells: The social stigma of being so publicly humiliated, should factor in. It is a type of public humiliation that the guidelines didn’t contemplate. It made it seem like MR Libby was the poster child for all that has gone wrong with this terrible war. [Hey, Wells is anti-war] Burden of media coverage has fallen on his wife and children. This is exceptioal pain. This is not a regular case.
[Say, how many kids do the Wilsons have?]
Wells: In addition to his family, Libby had two loves, govt service, and practice in law. No question that he is going to lose law license. No question he is no longer going to be able to serve in govt as NSA.
[Say, what is Eliot Abrams doing right about now???]
Wells: In terms of issue of deterrence, one of factors court required to consider. No reason to incarcerate Libby for deterrence. I don’t think Mr LIbby is going to go out and do something wrong. In terms of general deterrance, because of exception publicity, the message sent to all public officials, the clear message is, if you find yourself in position like LIbby, consequences are huge. [Two words: Standing ovation] A tragic fall from public grace.
[Walton leaning back in his chair looking at Wells sideways]
11:29