Brian’s Reflection: Wednesday, October 17, 2007





Three influential Republicans Senators are condemning President Bush for claiming
he has the authority to ignore a new law banning the torture of prisoners during
interrogations. Bush signed the torture ban just last week. But he also quietly issued
what is known as a signing statement in which he lays out his interpretation of the new
law. In this document Bush declared that he will view the interrogation limits in the
context of his broader powers to protect national security. Legal experts say this means
Bush believes he can waive the anti-torture restrictions.

- News item, Oct 17, 2007


Is torture, for any reason, a Christian “value”?

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