Originally Posted by
vasantn
Since you believe the end justifies the means in your imaginary war on terror, as evidenced by your unabashed, unwavering and even enthusiastic support for waterboarding and other forms of torture for suspected terrorists, you should be pleased that the TSA was so diligent in acting upon its suspicions. Perhaps they suspected you of being an Arab in disguise. I would think you would have applauded even if they waterboarded you in pursuit of the truth. After all, you can't make an omelette, etc., as you often state more eloquently.
Sauce for the goose ...
Well, I'm probably venturing into OMNI territory on this one, but I find it somewhat amusing over all the fuss concerning waterboarding. Hmmm, three (that's right, a BIG total of three) NON-USC suspected terrorists were subjected to this treatment under controlled circumstances with medical personnel present. So, Teddy Kennedy gets on his pulpit and throws a fit. Statistically speaking, it is safer to be waterboarded by elements within the US government than it is to drive in a car with Ted behind the wheel (especially beware crossing bridges)! Bottom line...don't violate USC rights, but I could give a rat's azz about non-usc suspected terrorists. This method is only a tool, albeit harsh, that causes little or NO physical injury. Sure, it should be used only under the most dire of circumstances. If bad guy knows something that might pertain to an impending attack, location of terror cells, etc., by all means pour that water!
TB