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Thursday, January 22, 2009 12:00 AM

New poll on torture and investigations negates Beltway conventional wisdom

Majorities of Americans oppose torture in all cases, want Guantanamo closed, favor civilian trials for terrorist suspects, and support investigations into Bush crimes.
Glenn Greenwald

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  • Thursday, January 22, 2009 07:50 AM

    @Asehpe - 50%-47%

    It's not a large majority, but the point is this: those percentages are not reflected in Congress, the Senate, and our mass media. The first problem is the disconnect between public opinion and the opinion of our public 'officials.' The second problem is the disconnect between the populace and their voting habits. Not voting for people who support your views isn't going to bring about a change.

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