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May 5, 2009
Dissecting Torture
The authors of the so-called torture memos made careful and reasoned arguments under the law and facts presented to them, writes Joerg W. Knipprath.
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By Joerg W. Knipprath With the debate over torture heating up and producing all manner of unfocused fury, it would be wise to consider what questions should be asked. Let me propose several. What is torture? Is a legal definition of torture the only relevant consideration? How does torture differ from other forms of coercion? Is torture always and in every case prohibited? If not, what considerations might make...For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
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