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I too have struggled with this for some time, and have come to the same conclusion as Mr Moran. With that conclusion, comes the acceptance that America may be at greater risk by not using these "harsh" interrogation techniques, but I think we should be willing to accept that. I know the increased risk is debatable, but we'll never no for sure, and so better to acknowledge it. I think in order for us to remain the bastion of freedom, we must not pursue tactics which inflict such harm on any person. I know Bush etal did these things for the reason of protecting American citizens, but the slippery slope argument kicks in here. It is better to ensure no person undergoes "torture". America must hold itself above the fray. We must be able to say, "Yes we are the biggest target, and people hate us, but we will not reduce ourselves to inhumane tactics which discredit our claim as the greatest country on the earth." America - Worth defending - absolutely - to the death - absolutely, but MY death by my choosing to accept the risk. Not another's death at our hands for the purpose of interrogation.
Comment Posted By Eric V On 17.04.2009 @ 08:42
