Notable and Quotable

“There was absolutely no wrongdoing on the part of Mr. Merriman. He essentially was doing what was appropriate under the circumstances in trying to protect the safety of Miss Tequila.”

Atty. Todd Macaluso

In comments during a telephone interview after his client, Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman, was arrested and accused of choking and restraining his girlfriend, reality TV star Tila Tequila.

“We just want her to know that we love her and support her. I think Tahoe lost its innocence with the kidnapping ....”

Jillian Broadfoot

Who attended Meyers Elementary School with kidnap victim Jaycee Lee Dugard, who has reappeared after 18 years.