Politicians who have erred (foolishly led astray by the patently ridiculous idea that they are supposed to look for ways to improve schools) have rapidly been strong-armed back into the fold: witness the craven retractions by Joe Lieberman and Bill Bradley before the 2000 election.

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Marzouki filed a countersuit this past week, calling Williams' claims "ridiculous" and "patently false, " and accused the player of breaking off the engagement.

WSJ: Bills DE Williams fails to mediate ring dispute

In response, Marzouki filed a counter-suit on Monday, calling Williams' claims "ridiculous" and "patently false, " and accused Williams of breaking off the engagement.

WSJ: Bills DE Williams sues ex to return $785,000 ring