Bush Attackers Sentenced; Proofreaders, Broadcasters Breathe Sigh of Relief

Vladimir Arutyunian, accused of throwing a dud hand grenade at President Bush in Tbilisi, Georgia last May, was sentenced to life in prison today. (As one LGF wag noted, "I'm curious what 'life' means in Georgia.")

It's a story that won't move too many people, but is sure to be greeted with elation by proofreaders and radio and TV newspeople all over the world. Here's why.

Vladimir Arutyunian is a supporter of Aslan Abashidze.

Abashidze was driven from office and replaced with Mikhail Saakashvili, who was on the stage with President Bush.

Arutyunian was defended by Elizabeta Dzhaparidze.

The case was prosecuted by Anzor Khvadagiani.

Oh, and I got all this from an AP story written by Misha Dzhindzhikhashvili.