[Cboldt]

does it make sense to even consider asking FISA to OK this at this time? what happens if they say no?

The President is on record as doing what needs to be done.

Do you think he would respect a "no" answer, when he believe he is asking out of courtesy, not out of need for permission?

[oceanview]

OK, then why even float the idea of going back to FISA?

we need to stay on offense on this issue, we have done well so far. Spector is off the reservation on this issue, we need some other voices on that committee to be on offense.