Posted on 11/23/2009 10:06:24 AM PST by jazusamo
New York's Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer just doesn't know what to think about terrorism. He does, however, know what to say - whatever is politically convenient at the moment. That's not what New Yorkers need to hear with the trial of Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed about to land on the docket.
Immediately after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, Mr. Schumer chaired a Judiciary Committee hearing to figure out how to legally handle terrorist suspects. While smoke still hovered in the air over Ground Zero, the senator was all about being tough. His opening statement included his support for not allowing prisoners of war captured in Afghanistan and other countries to receive the same constitutional rights as American citizens.
He said, "First, the government must have the power to use even the most sensitive classified evidence against these suspects without compromising national security in any way, shape or form. In addition, those who commit acts of war against the United States, particularly those who have no color of citizenship, don't deserve the same panoply of due process rights that American citizens receive."
Mr. Schumer scoffed at the idea of trying Osama bin Laden in New York City. "Should Osama bin Laden be captured alive ... it is ludicrous to suggest he should be tried in a federal court on Center Street in Lower Manhattan," he said.
What changed Mr. Schumer's mind about New York City trials for terrorists complete with all the constitutional niceties? The Washington Times tried asking the senator face to face but the powerful lawmaker ran away.
(Excerpt) Read more at washingtontimes.com ...
Schumer, one of the most odious of a rancid lot.
“55% in New York Oppose Civilian Terror Trials -
Friday, November 20, 2009 - Just 35% of New York State voters agree with Attorney General Eric Holder’s decision to try the confessed mastermind of the 9/11 terror attacks and five other suspected terrorists in a civilian court in New York City rather than before a military tribunal.”
Remember, constituent’s wishes don’t count.
Odious and despicable..
words fail me at this point.
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schmuckies motivation.
LLS
Perhaps someone should check his freezer.
That’s good, I hope this comes back to bite him.
ping!
Schummer realized how much money....$75 Million....that will be spent in New York for the trials. It’s all about the money....follow the money.
Never trust a guy who looks like he had a lead role in “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.”
Chucky seen here fresh from his starring role in “Who Screwed the American People (Again!).”
SEQUEL COMING SOON: "SCREWING THE LIBERAL FOOLS OF NEW YORK WHO KEEP VOTING FOR ME."
How about putting HIM in one?
Idiots...all of them.....
Thanks for the ping!
He’s not known as “Chuck the Schm*ck” for nothing!
Chucklehead Schumer: Imagine a cross between a used car salesman and a mob lawyer, without the class, integrity, or fashion sense of either.
Mark
That's probably the first microphone Schmuckie ever ran away from in his life.
LOL! Excellent point and I'd bet money you're right.
http://www.washingtontimes.com/weblogs/watercooler/2009/nov/19/sen-schumer-2001-those-who-attack-us-dont-deserve-/
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