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Bush Could Bypass Torture Ban

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After Bush signed the bill outlawing detainee torture, he “quietly reserved the right to bypass the law,” acccording to the Boston Globe. more

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By oldguy, January 5, 2006 at 9:34 am Link to this comment
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Maybe. What is your source? My stand is that it is true, but I need evidence.

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By jimbo, January 4, 2006 at 7:29 pm Link to this comment
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The people of this country have the right, an obligation, to get rid of this cowboy.  And not quietly.  Begone, Bush.  And take your minions with you.

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