I am certain New York State's new ubergovernor would be pleased to have a talent like Nifong assisting him in rerouting the administration of justice into a side show.
Well, he'd fit right in, as this has turned into a circus parade with people fighting to try to get in FRONT of the parade before the crap hits the fan.
From the N&O today:
I applaud Duke's recent show of support for the lacrosse players falsely accused of rape. Isn't it about time the news media did the same?
You have adamantly protected the accuser's identity as she continued to ruin the lives and reputations of several people as well as a renowned institution of higher education. Three student athletes have been "tarred and feathered" in the local and national media, the lacrosse coach was forced to resign, and Duke's integrity and values have been questioned.
Understandably, this was a big story that you felt compelled to report, and protecting the accuser's identity seemed the right thing to do. Now, is it not also a big story that a stripper, who performs at private parties, may have deceived a district attorney into proceeding with these ridiculous charges?
I would hope you would pursue this story with the same vigor, just as I would hope the district attorney would pursue charges for false accusations. Otherwise, what would stop this from happening again?
Mark Kinlaw
Cary