Meet the “honorable citizen” trying to kill Egypt’s sense of humor:The New York Times’ Declan Walsh has put a face to the name behind litigation that aims to censor and punish just about anyone in the public domain. The ironically named Samir Sabry can boast being behind frivolous litigation ranging from the silencing of Abla Fahita and Sherine to more politically sensitive cases including the obscene gesture case that could end human rights lawyer Khaled Ali’s presidential bid. The piece even hints that the man, who has also gone after the Guardian, may have lied about his PhD credentials. All in all, a real class act. Hats off to Mr. Walsh for this piece — it’s an act of public service to Egypt

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