McGrath, who's talking about bloody vengeance but you? As far as I know, only mild discomfort is involved in a session in the pillory. I'm sure it would be embarrassing as hell. But a padded seat and warm clothing could be provided, as well as frequent bathroom breaks. I think CNN and MS-NBC would also be provided with plenty of photo opportunities.

All in all, I think most people would choose that kind of punishment in preference to having a pipe-bomb explode in their faces.

I think you are right, McG, about the court's assessment. It was determined that the mailbox design was intended not only to reinforce its strength, but to enable the mailbox-basher to injure himself, thereby dissuading the aforesaid basher from continuing his activity. It was seen that the health of innocent vandals should not be threatened by over-sturdy mailbox design.