Fwd: [cacklinggrackle] Democrats won't oppose Bush on torture

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Sep 21, 2006 6:15 AM

[cacklinggrackle] Democrats won't oppose Bush on torture

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" Democrats are sitting out an explosive debate on how to treat the

nation's most dangerous terrorism suspects, bypassing a chance to

challenge President Bush on a proposal that has infuriated

international law experts and human rights groups.

 

" Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said Wednesday that

Democrats were 'on the sidelines watching the catfights' among

Republicans on terrorism legislation. He said they had little choice

until the GOP settled on its position.

 

" Democrats may attempt to amend the detainee legislation should it

reach the floor of the House or Senate, and they say they will defend

their record on national security. But it is unlikely party leaders

will make much noise this election season to ensure terror suspects

are afforded legal rights. "

 

Full story at:

http://news./s/ap/20060921/ap_on_go_co/congress_detainees_democrats_1