Madonna’s attempt at adopting Chifundo “Mercy” James, 3, was turned down by a Malawi judge Friday morning in court. The judge cited requirements that adoptive parents reside in the country for 18 to 24 months. Although previous attempts at adoption in Malawi were successful when she adopted David Banda, 3, in 2006 without meeting the residency requirements, which caused outrage by non-governmental groups that felt she was using her celebrity status to bend the law. Even though i’m not a fan of Madonna by any means, she still could have given this little girl a better life. I think this judge is insane. However, wouldn’t it be simpler to adopt a kid here in the US? I’m sure we have plenty of children in need here too.