Investigation and Prosecution of Torture Abuses
The ACLU is calling for an independant, outside investigation into the torture and abuses that took place in Iraqi prisons. Some say that these practices are necessary to protect us, but I don't think that they represent what America is about. We should be above this. Although there have been trials for individuals' actions, I don't think we've seen the whole picture. When abuses took place on more than one occasion, it leads me to believe that someone higher up is responsible. I haven't forgotten about this, and the world hasn't either. This is not a quest to dethrone Rumsfeld or anyone in particular, but it's about seeking the truth and applying justice where it is due.
If you want more information or to exercise your right to express your view to our goverment, please use the following links:
View the ACLU flash presentation about the issue
ACLU: Demand An Outside Special Counsel for Investigation and Prosecution of Torture Abuses
This is going to make its way into the spotlight even more if/when the Senate tries to confirm William Haynes, who Bush nominated to a federal appeals court - and who, in his current capacity as the Defense Dept. general counsel, was one of the "higher ups" most responsible for what happened.