thinkprogress.org — (W/video). Last month, the White House adopted talking points that reflected a truly radical interpretation of the Constitution: that Congress has no oversight responsibility over the White House. But today, the WH spokesperson admitted, "Congress has a role to play, which is oversight over the executive branch."
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nick415Apr 26, 2007
i think that the administration has the same kind of sentiments toward the constitution that Gonzales has toward the geneva conventions:"I think it's a quaint document."but, you know, its only the basis of this idea "democracy" that we our soldiers are dying for.....unless...
poconopcdoctorApr 26, 2007
Do something this Saturday - April 28th 2007 - It may just be symbolic, but I think it'll make you feel better about the "decider."<a class="user" href="http://www.a28.org/">http://www.a28.org/</a>Anybody can start an A28 action. It can be as small as writing IMPEACH on the sidewalk in chalk or as large as organizing 2,000 people on a beach to make a human mural. Be creative! Some of the ways that people are talking about spelling it out include: signs, gigantic lasers, toy soldiers, stencils, LED throwies, freewayblogging, banner drops, light projections, t-shirts, rocks, skydivers, skywriters, peaches, christmas lights, flags and balloons. Join the discussion about creative ways to spell it out on A28?s new ImpeachSpace network.
mythandrosApr 26, 2007
No, it's really not that complicated. To quote elchip above: "Duh. Congress has oversight through impeachment, and to carry out an impeachment implies knowing the facts, and you can't get to the facts without investigations and oversight."
macfanboiApr 26, 2007
DId she say something, cause all I saw were those DSL moving. Great move by the Bushies to make her Press Secretary.
pinchduckApr 26, 2007
@readthisYou are spot on with your first two paragraphs. With your third, however, you take an abrupt turn away from reality. This is the darkest period in the history of America? What if I told you there was a period when several states outright quit the union, took up arms against those states that were left, and both groups fought a bloody and horrible war over whether or not the states were allowed to quit? That was easily the darkest period in American history. Just because it is no longer in living memory doesn't reduce the horror of the war, or its impact on our country. In 140 years, I doubt anyone will remember who President Bush was. Everyone remembers Lincoln.Congress, while acting sluggishly, is doing its oversight job. The union is not breaking up, nor should it. We are not killing each other in the streets over political disagreements, we are using our democratic institutions to voice our displeasure. You may not like the policies of the current administration, but it will go away within two years. In short, everything is working as it is supposed to when the people get pissed off at an administration.
Closed AccountApr 26, 2007
@pinchduck -- your comment is well written and admirable. Thank you for that reminder about the American civil war.I fear though that the Patriot act, destruction of the Bill of Rights, and other laws that can and may be used against the American people can have fear-reaching consequences, much further than the end of Bush's administration unless a decent president is elected.We've seen how the administration can use the media to push its agendas and cover up its crimes. Leaders who deceive the people they govern must be held accountable now. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark and the holocaust didn't happen until after Hitler rose to power.
alarisApr 26, 2007
if only congress would get their act together and actually do some overseeing
Closed AccountApr 27, 2007
Don't blame Reagan, he didn't want Bush as VP.That was forced on him at the very last minute......
olikApr 29, 2007
No, that's wrong. Whatever Congress needs for impeachment it gets in the impeachment trial. In fact, impeachment is not the reason that Congress has oversight authority. IT'S JUST NOT THAT F*ING SIMPLE.*Duh*
moosesquirellMay 2, 2007
Alberto Gonzales Called A Greasy Wetback<a class="user" href="http://www.thespoof.com/news/spoof.cfm?headline=s2i17560">http://www.thespoof.com/news/spoof.cfm?headline=s2i17560</a>TheSpoof.com is a pretty funny place...LOL!!!!