The log in the eye

Re. Editorial, OctoberDavid Harris reminds us of Jesus' teaching about the speck in the eye vs. the log in the eye. Our Lord, I think, was referring to personal attacks on acquaintances, friends and enemies. However, I don't believe he meant that Herod, Caesar, the Pharisees, the Sadducees or the scribes were exempt from criticism. Most of us cannot hear that message too often. It could be the theme of daily confession. If this is the case, it shuts off all debate. Christians can then never lift their voices in a negative way against the principalities and powers. And according to this strict interpretation, I am wrong to raise any questions about the editor's judgement.