The latest press reports on the Siegelman case –

Newsday (AP) – Ex-Attorneys General File Brief Supporting Siegelman

Ala.com (AP) – List of Former Attorneys General Signing Siegelman Brief (provides the list of 54 Former Attorney Generals Who Signed the Brief)

It is not surprising to see Former Governor Siegelman receiving significant support as the case is clearly one that needs scrutiny – even the DOJ is examining it (see here).  And although the courts will scrutinize this case in the normal review process, more is needed here.  An independent review is necessary to determine if politics in any way entered into the decision-making process.  With enormous prosecutorial discretion provided to prosecutors, it is important for there to be accountability.

(esp) (blogging from Firenze, Italy)

Addendum – Amicus Brief –  Download amicus.pdf