“There’s a standard of torture in civil law, which is severe
mental pain and suffering. I also have a common-sense definition, which
is, ‘If you’re willing to try it, it’s not torture.'”
— Former Bush speechwriter (and Catholic) Marc Thiessen, defending waterboarding.
The New York Times “Beliefs” column unpacks the controversy.
The New York Times “Beliefs” column unpacks the controversy.
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