re: #308 SteveMcGaziBolaGate

From The Case for Torture Warrants:
“It is a great tragedy that we have to be discussing the horrors of torture. Some even believe that any discussion of this issue is beyond the pale of acceptable discourse in 21st century America. But it is far better to discuss in advance the kinds of tragic choices we may encounter if we ever confront an actual ticking bomb terrorist case, than to wait until the case arises and let somebody make the decision in the heat of the moment.”

It’s better if we don’t humor childish what if scenarios based on Hollywood wet dreams, panic based on national rage and feelings of inadequacy.