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In reply to the discussion: Gloria Allred: Rush Limbaugh Should Be Prosecuted For Controversial Comments About Sandra Fluke [View all]tech_smythe
(190 posts)37. A winning lawsuit will be based on context, NOT words
there are no laws against calling someone a slut, whore, prostitute, floozy, etc (and I've used all those against men fwiw).
the point is the CONTEXT he used... all 3 days worth!
THAT is how she'll win her case against limpballs.
Allred is wrong about the avenue to attack this asshole!
But the idea he needs to be sued out of existence, however, is one I can get behind.
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Gloria Allred: Rush Limbaugh Should Be Prosecuted For Controversial Comments About Sandra Fluke [View all]
Great Caesars Ghost
Mar 2012
OP
There is an oscure law in Florida that says what he did is a first degree misdemeanor.
Lint Head
Mar 2012
#5
Allred must know that the bar for invoking libel law in the US is so high as to make it moot.
burning rain
Mar 2012
#16
Not a good idea - If your enemy is destroying himself, don't interfere... nt
Xipe Totec
Mar 2012
#17
Well, Gloria, if I were the prosecutor for Palm Beach, you might have a chance.
Major Hogwash
Mar 2012
#23
Rush is a moron. No law against that. "Chastity" is an antiquated concept
McCamy Taylor
Mar 2012
#24
Do it. Destroy him. Sue the company he works for, too. Noone deserves it more. (nt)
w4rma
Mar 2012
#28
When Oprah has to defend a comment on beef in court, I say, "Hall Limbaugh in."
The Wielding Truth
Mar 2012
#38