That was my take too. I thought Stephens was fair, and his demeanor was so much better. The defense attorneys all seemed calm, confident, and well-prepared. Nifong seemed nervous, and somewhat cowed compared to his strutting and smirking last time. Himan seemed clueless, and appeared dressed for a lacrosse game.
There isn't anyway our D.A. would have let Himan appear in such duds. It's called respect for the court.
They know they are being watched and I thought the judge was reasonable if still too believing in Nifong.
BTW, anyone who believes at hooker turned down $2,000,000 is dreaming.