Decision ‘08

Detainee Bill A Done Deal

Again, we see the Rovian strategy of hitting the Dems hard on security paying dividends:

Twelve Democrats sided with 53 Republicans in voting for the bill.

It’s a landmark moment for an embattled president whose party is supposed to be on the very edge of losing power.

I’ve stayed away from this issue for the most part up to this point, because, like most Americans, I want to get as tough as possible on terrorists and still preserve the things about our system that make it uniquely American. I’m still digesting info before I decide where I ultimately land, personally.

There is no doubt, though, of the political significance…

2 Responses to “Detainee Bill A Done Deal”

1 Blue Crab Boulevard Says:
September 28th, 2006 at 10:02 pm
Senate Passes Detainee Bill 65-34

The Senate has passed the bill governing detention and questioning of terrorists. The bill could reach the president for signature by tomorrow.
The 65-34 vote means the bill could reach the president's desk by week's end. The House pa…
2 Flopping Aces » Blog Archive » The Detainee Bill Says:
September 28th, 2006 at 10:49 pm
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