Adobe seems to think they have a strong case. I can't evaluate the merits...

I can. It's invalid, as are all software and "business method" patents.

Unfortunately the patent office and the courts don't seem to share my view. :=(

I don't think patent reform is a high priority on any politician's list - or if it is, the money poured into his political opponents makes it a moot point. I suppose a politician could run a stealth campaign and make patents a priority after safely elected.