We'll have to agree to disagree on that, John. I'm not saying Gore is a saint, but I think your objections are overstated. As for the court, their job is to interpret the law (that's what courts do), so I can't fault them for that, nor should you. And I haven't seen any evidence that they are "legislating the outcome" -- the courts don't have any legislative powers, even if they were so inclined. As far as I can tell the courts have handled this unusual situation pretty well.

I don't know much about William Daley, but I think some folks feel that he should be judged for his father's sins. I don't feel that way myself.

Anyway, you quarrel with Gore, I'll quarrel with Bush, and sooner or later this thing will be settled. There have certainly been tactical mis-steps on both sides, and perhaps less than virtuous motives. But when all is said and done, I think this will turn out okay, whoever ends up in the Oval Office. Have a nice holiday. -- WS