[maica]

Jim Engle explained how deep-background tapes can become 'background' which translates to 'for the record,' by going back to the source for permission.

Clarke gave the briefing as a representative of the Exec Branch, so they could give permission for the release of the contents.

Naturally the dems will spin that this is 'troubling.'

[prairiebreeze]

I hope Fox talks about this issue a LOT! Jim Angle's credibiity as well as Fox has been seriously challenged. On national TV. Nearly slander IMO from Kerrey but probably just short.

Prairie