[Peach]

Gonzales: To succeed we can't just use military but all our technical skills.

We know from 9/11 Report they use internet, e-mail and telephones. Gen. Hayden, NSA director, testified last week that the program has helped us detect and prevent terror attacks here and abroad. The program is vital to the national defense.

Before going further, I am here to explain the department's assessment is consistent with our laws and the constitution. I'm not here to discuss the operational details or classified activity.

[Peach]

Gonzales: The program expires every 45 days and may be reauthorized but only if a determination that AQ continues to be a threat to America.

Bipartisan leadership has known about this fo ryears.

No members of Congress asked that the program be discontinued!!!

[small voice in the wilderness]

This illegal spying crap should not have even been dignified with a *hearing*. WTH was Arlen thinking?

And MUST we be tutored in separation of powers by Henry Nostrildamus?

[Peach]

Gonzales: Article 2 of Constitution - the president has authority to act to protect Americans.