Skanksgiving

[vovat]

Talk about your frivolous lawsuits! Model Liskula Cohen wants Google to reveal the name of the owner of a blog that makes derogatory comments about her, and is suing Google due to their refusal to concede. She commented, "It's petty, it's stupid and it's pathetic. And when I do find out who did this, at least I'll know who my enemies are." Wow, is that the pot calling the kettle black, or what? And someone making fun of her is an "enemy"? Is this chick, like, six years old? She's a public figure (although I hadn't heard of her prior to this), the blog isn't saying anything libelous, and the author has the right to remain anonymous on the Internet. Not to mention that the blog in question hasn't even been updated since August. Why would she think she has a case? Stop reinforcing stereotypes about blondes and models, Liskula!

Incidentally, I couldn't find the name "Liskula" on Behind the Name, but there WAS an early twentieth century Polish Army officer named Leopold Lis-Kula. Maybe the model was named in his honor. Also, bethje tells me that Bill O'Reilly reported on this story, and actually thought Ms. Cohen had a legitimate case. Personally, I think Andrea Mackris had a MUCH better one. ;)

Comments

[newwwoz.blogspot.com (from livejournal.com)]

Goodness... Every public figure has haters, from world leaders to YouTubers. This stupid model just needs to realize that. Heck, even I have a few people who have determined to dislike me. You just need to make like a duck and let it roll off your back.

It's pretty sad that she knows about this. You realize she probably found the blog by looking herself up on Google?

But, crud, suppose the judge is in her favor? That would set a precedent and no one would be safe! I mean, sure, I've never been one who's cared about being anonymous (maybe I should), but I know other people who would prefer to keep their identities hidden.

[vovat.livejournal.com]

To be fair, I'm sure I'd Google myself if I were famous. Hey, I actually already do, and I'm NOT famous. {g}

[newwwoz.blogspot.com (from livejournal.com)]

And being honest, I have. (I get good results, if you search "Jared Davis Oz".)