Today we learned that Alberto ("Torture Boy") Gonzales has resigned as Attorney General. This is great news for those of us who believe that human rights and the rule of law are more than just words.
But George W. Bush used this occasion to generate more political spin. In a statement this morning, Bush told us that "[Gonzo's] name was dragged through the mud for political reasons."
Um, no George.
Gonzo's name was dragged through the mud because he supported torture.
Gonzo's name was dragged through the mud because he supported warrantless wiretapping of American citizens.
Gonzo's name was dragged through the mud because of the firing of all those U.S. attorneys for political reasons.
Etc.
The Democrats were not the ones with the political motives here.
And, speaking of political motives, let's hope that Bush doesn't replace Gonzo with a recess appointment.
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