Loaded For Attack

Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott received criticism for his "Hussein" comment at yesterday's Palin rally, but the thing that I really had a problem with was the fact that he appeared onstage not just in uniform, but also with his holstered firearm on clear display. If that wasn't an attempt to intimidate voters -- dare I say, terrorize them -- I don't know what is.

Moreover, Scott showed incredibly bad judgment. Taking a loaded gun onstage while attacking Barack Obama could easily have been misconstrued as an attempt to incite nutjobs.

By the way, Federal authorities are now exploring whether Scott violated the Hatch Act by appearing in full uniform at yesterday's Palin rally, using his position of authority to interfere with the election.