This is a well written and informative story with two sources, both of which are anonymous. Since both sources are still in the administration, their desire to remain anonymous can be understood; however, it does weaken an otherwise excellent story.

This well-written article is fascinating because it provides deep insight into everything the Bush camp needs to be concerned about right now—public discovery of the following: legal and ethical violations concerning treatment of enemy combatants, expansion of presidential power without Congressional approval, and skirting chains of command to extend a hidden agenda. However, the only sources for this article are two anonymous sources, former Bush administration officials, and it reads like a pivotal scene of a political thriller. The facts are so detailed that I believe their veracity; on the other hand, I want to know who is revealing these details, as it would lead more credence to what they're saying. This story was ... More »

This is another display of the arrogance and single-minded procedure used by the administration. Ashcroft had no taint of liberal thought about him but he was an honest and honorable man. He may have been guided by an excessive and narrow religious perspective, but he seems to have had great respect for law. The nation has not been well served by ignoring this particular piece of advice from this Attorney General.

Chilling reminder of what "Justice" has come to mean.