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Old 11-30-2007, 04:32 PM   #24
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I don't see it as key, as I know some in military and intelligence will overstep their bounds. However, given the unusual introspection our country has, I don't believe it will ever become rampant.

First and foremost are civil liberties afforded citizens.

Second, legal immigrants.

Third, those who deserve legal immigrant status.

Our enemies abroad deserve a lower priority.

I fault Romney for not having smart enough advisors to sidestep this issue so that it does become bigger. If he can't deftly deflect that, how will he do so on a larger stage?
I'm not voting for anyone who can't take a stand on waterboarding detainees.
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