So much ignorance in the comments section on articles about today's judicial review

1. NZers do not understand what a JR is. They think Dr Bloomfield is being sued personally

2. NZers do not understand that a fundamental role of the courts is to be a check on govt powers

3. NZers do not understand the importance of checking whether the govt is acting lawfully

And, most worryingly

4. NZers do not care if the govt is acting lawfully, as long as they agree with what the govt did

Judicial reviews are a sign of a healthy democracy.

They are not a waste of taxpayer dollars.

They are not something to be afraid of or annoyed about.

"Trust the government" is not a motto of democracy. We SHOULD be asking questions.