Making a Splash
Alisa’s case continues to make the editorial section of the local paper. I heard that the judge’s email address had to be shut down, as did that of the Marion County court in question. Since the story broke, I can’t even count the number of mutual acquaintances who’ve read the story and said to me “…and then I realized it was our Alisa!”
That’s our Alisa indeed. Although she may be feeling a bit chagrined at her informal comment—the one that the reporter chose to use in place of her more professional response—I can guarantee that her opinion remains unchanged. You see, Alisa’s one of those lawyers who chooses to use her powers for good. I know that sometimes seems like the next most common thing to a unicorn, but this I’ve seen with my own eyes. Because Alisa is my best friend, I’ve been hearing about the non-confidential aspects of this case for some time. Every time she talks about it, her eyes start blazing, her voice takes on a tone of outraged disbelief, and I’d swear that the very air around her becomes charged with electricity. Both Alisa and I are members of a mainstream minority religion, and we’re both very conscious that this sort of case is exactly where religious oppression can start. I can’t speak for her, but I am overwhelmingly gratified on her behalf by the number of people, from conservative Christians and Catholics to atheists and the spiritually nonaffiliated, who have asked me to pass on their support to Alisa. Every word of encouragement is appreciated; the only reason Alisa’s not the number-one family lawyer in the state is because she cares so much about her clients that their troubles are her troubles, and that way lies burnout. Personally, I’m optimistic that things will be set right in the court of appeals. I hope that the people involved in the case will soon fade into comfortable obscurity; living in the spotlight can be hot and uncomfortable. And I hope that it will be soon, so that my best friend can heave a huge sigh of relief, and bask in the satisfaction of a job well done.
UPDATE: Daily Kos has kindly compiled a list of some of the reaction to the case in the blogsphere. And Ed tells me it made his second-favorite magazine. (”I’d hesitate to see Guns & Ammo’s take on it,” he adds.)
Powered by FireStats
May 31st, 2005 at 5:30 pm
I’m no saint, as you know quite well, but you’re correct in saying that all the support is very much appreciated, and very gratifying indeed. It’s good to know one does not stand alone.
June 1st, 2005 at 8:42 pm
You should see all the support you’re getting on the step-mother boards (we have a vested interest in family law!) Go Alisa!!!