Friday, February 13, 2009

Common Sense Has Left England

An Episcopal Bishop was arrested for photographing his kids. The first thought that comes to mind is: were those kids naked? Is this a child porn case? Is this yet another example of Christian clergy run amok? (Never mind that the Bishop is not Catholic, and thus would escape the speculation of sexually repressive roles that can only find an outlet in molesting little boys.)

But no, it turns out that he securely harnessed his kids, took them up onto the roof of his house, and took pictures of them like that for a school competition.

So instead of being hailed as a model father--doing something creative with his kids, while taking all the necessary precautions to ensure their safety (this man could be a Boy Scout leader!)--he is arrested and accused of child abuse, though eventually no files were charged.

Has common sense completely deserted England?

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