[kegler4]

"Libel: A false publication, as in writing, print, signs, or pictures, that damages a person's reputation.

The act of presenting such material to the public.

Sure, Judge Moore's reputation won't be damaged by one loser on the internet, but the intent was an attack on his reputation as a truthful, God-fearing individual, whether or not you think he's an idiot."

Come on now, libel is much more complicated than a dictionary definition. You forgot to expalin to us how being a public figure, like the judge, changes the whole equation. Much, much worse things have been said about George Bush but he wouldn't have a prayer of winning a libel case.

[JohnnyZ]

Much, much worse things have been said about George Bush but he wouldn't have a prayer of winning a libel case.

Oh, I'm not saying it's something that would be taken to court. If you prefer, call it libelous in nature. The point is it's a false attack on the character of an individual published (here) and presented to the public (us). And something no FReeper should be engaged in.