Originally Posted by Mr Mephisto

You've obviously missed the point entirely.

I posted this news item to foster some debate on the reported CIA actions. Personally I feel that Ashcroft has fostered an environment where such illegal activity is not only permitted but actively encouraged. This is, in my opinion scary, but peripheral to the basis of the thread itself. That is, whether you believe or support the actions of the CIA in this case. That's why I only referenced Ashcroft, after explicitly stating it was a personal opinion, in a closing paragraph in the original post.

If you want to say that Ashcroft is evil, then go ahead. Whatever floats your boat. If however you're being sarcastic or making no real contribution, then I can't stop you either. Whatever floats your boat.

Mr Mephisto