As an attorney who practices in the birthplace of the Constitution.

As an attorney who practices in the birthplace of the Constitution, I am keenly aware of the the First Amendment protections for a independent and vigorous press. However, the legality of offensive notes does not mean that a magazine is justified in printing them. In your newly come interview with Tina Fey [Big Gay Following, April 26] she ascribes the following imaginary repeat to Pope John Paul II: "I invented homophobia." Excuse me if I don't chuckle; this name appeared the week after the bishop of rome had passed away. Both your editing and your choice of interview controls leave a lot to be desired. While attacking others for bigotry, you might want to take a quick anticipate in the mirror.

Christine Flowers, Philadelphia, Pa.

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