"the 5-4 court decided to legislate from the bench in deciding what is "appropriate"&quo t;
I said you can argue all you want about whether this was C&U punishment but you can't call it legislating from the bench. It is in their purview, period. There is a big difference in arguing over functionality and arguing over where a line should be drawn.
Oh, and I suppose you want Rush shot on national TV for exploiting those little girl hookers he likes to frequent in the Carribbean? Or is it only American children who deserve protection?
Bobo says little boy rape=ok
little girl rape=death penalty
Draw your own conclusions there folks.
Also, you should rethink your opposition to the ruling outlawing the execution of retards. It could save your life.
:-)