This editorial refers to "activists [and] activist group for the rights of the mentally ill." Most so-called groups have an economic interest in disabilities. There are few real advocates for rights. Most of the groups focus on more funding for more treatment. In this case independent living is an issue of freedom, which is guaranteed to persons with disabilities as well as to journalists.
[From article]
"That decision was a slam-dunk victory for activists -- if not for the mentally ill themselves.[. . .]
reduced supervision invites disaster:[. . .]an activist group for the rights of the mentally ill.[. . .]
a startling conflict of interest on the part of Judge Garaufis.[. . .]
the state's lawyers did not see grounds for a mandatory recusal, in which the judge would automatically disqualify himself from hearing the case.[. . .]
Formally challenging the judge to step aside over a question of possible unfairness is fraught with potential professional dangers for a lawyer[. . .]
judge found wrongly on the merits -- dangerously so"
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/editorials/judge_garaufis_conflict_2kwBg5T1nZF0zatHVOYUIO
Judge Garaufis' conflict
Editorial
New York Post
Last Updated: 1:45 AM, March 8, 2010
Posted: March 08, 2010
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