It all depends which Judge you sit in front of. They are all unique individuals. This knee-jerk reaction bill is result of a complete failure to understand and provide sensitivity and context around the cultural background of an immigrant judge who came from a much harsher environment. They failed to embrace his diversity as a factor. Its a great irony of this situation, which makes it a clown show witch hunt to me. 

Proper judges need to be able to avoid this type of criticism and make judgments without the threat of duress or media hype. People will make decisions, you will not like it, don't waste your time trying to find a reason not to like it, just get over it and on with your life.