01-13-2006, 05:52 PM
Pete,Jan 13 2006, 12:38 PM Wrote:...if indeed 'we the people' are sovereign, for failing to exercise *our* sovereignty and kicking unscrupulous bastards that fail to do our bidding. ...Agreed. In a way we do have some say, but usually after the fact. From these legislative "mistakes" people suffer, injustice occurs, and a furor ensues resulting in more work for Congress next session. But, it would be nice if Congress could get it right more often than they get it wrong.
For example, clarifying what wire tapping, or torture is, and when and how it may be used and by whom.