postive reinforcement to jeff bingaman

Panhandle Truth Squad would like to formally thank New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman, our closest U.S. Senator to vote against the torture lawyer's confirmation this afternoon. His action of conscience may not have been a surprise; Bingaman wrote Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld about torture by our forces, expressing

deep concern over issues related to detainees being held in Iraq, Afghanistan and Guantanamo. Recent reports indicate that not only were detainees mishandled and interrogated in a manner inconsistent with the Geneva Conventions (against torture), but that subsequent internal reports of abuse appear to have been suppressed ... Please inform me of the actions you intend to take.

Makes us glad to spend so much money in your beautiful state, Senator Bingaman!

SPACEDARK