I don't think it's nanny state at all; I think it's long overdue in other parts of the world and needs to put out the message that giving your child a ridiculous name is - effectively - disrespectful and treating them like some kind of pet, or comedy possession. The nanny state is normally there to stop stupid individuals from damaging themselves - in this case it'll prevent morons from damaging their children and is to be applauded.
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Date: 2007-09-04 08:44 am (UTC)