Jan 8, 2008 (The Weekly Vice) - Fresh on the heels of news that a California grand jury has ordered subpoenas in the Megan Meier case, Tina Meier guest starred on the Dr. Phil Show to discuss the case of her daughter's online harassment and subsequent suicide.
I've watched many news interviews on this case and at this point I'd have to say Dr. Phil really did the best job of covering the issues and legal dynamics of the case in comparison to any news report I've seen on this case to date.
The show certainly gained unprecedented access into the Meier's home, where the show was able to capture quite a bit of footage of the Meier home, the neighborhood and a fresh glimpse of the Drew family's home. (The camera man must have had his moxy on that day)
The show added depth to the discussion by also introducing two other guests, which allowed a good dialogue to develop into the legal problems and solutions this case spotlights. Missouri Senator Scott Rupp and first amendment attorney Larry Walters discussed the case and surprisingly found quite a bit of common ground, considering they view the law from different angles on this case.
I especially thought Mr. Walters did a fine job of carving out ways of enacting laws while balancing the issues of free speech and civil rights. Missouri Senator Scott Rupp's insistance that he would continue to push for legislative reform was reassuring, as the case has drifted off the major media's radar as of late.
When asked whether or not Larry Walters would defend Lori Drew if asked to do so, Larry Walters replied. "As a private lawyer, I get to pick and choose my cases. I probably would not." I liked his honesty, when a lot of attorneys tend to sidestep this question with spin.
The show also did an outstanding job of contrasting Lori Drew's prior statements of her involvement in the case, compared to the lawyered answer she gives now. Her story has now changed to one of no involvement whatsoever, a sharp contrast to the detailed admission that Lori Drew provided to police before her name was revealed by the blogging community several months ago.
My hat is off to the Dr. Phil show, Senator Scott Rupp and Larry Walter for a fine discussion on this case.
You can read text and view screenshots from the interview HERE
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5 comments:
I didn't get a chance to catch the show, but you've peaked my curiosity. Hopefully I'll be able to view it on rerun or else I'll hunt you down and watch YOUR recording of it.
Very nice write up Danny.
I agree. I did watch the episode. I know the story has been out for a long time, but this was my first chance to see Tina Meier interviewed. My heart goes out to the Meier family. God bless you Tina and Ron.
Thank you for the update.
Kristie w.
I watched yesterday too and the first thing I did was log onto the Weekly Vice. LOL! Wanted to keep Danny abreast of any new developments. I am NOT letting this drop, I continue to write letters to everyone/anyone who can help Tina in her fight.
Prayers for the Meier family happen in our home every night at bedtime with our children.
tessieroo
St Charles, MO
I have not watched the episode either.. but I will say that you did an amazing job on the write up.
Prayers to that family.
We linked you Danny and thank you for staying on top of this. As we told you we received many emails blaming Tina Meier for 'not watching Megan's online usage more closely' - which is B.S.
Banas and Drew have to make a decision, did she file a false report or not? And who is protecting her in that town from her criminal liability? Glad to see the grand jury step up here. Let us know if we can cross post anything for you (with attribution)
ps - can we be added to your blogroll ;)
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