An Apology to Detainees' Attorneys

[meegbear]

During a radio interview last week, I brought up the topic of pro bono work and habeas corpus representation of detainees in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Regrettably, my comments left the impression that I question the integrity of those engaged in the zealous defense of detainees in Guantanamo. I do not.

I believe firmly that a foundational principle of our legal system is that the system works best when both sides are represented by competent legal counsel. I support pro bono work, as I said in the interview. I was a criminal defense attorney in two of my three tours in the Navy Judge Advocate General's Corps. I zealously represented unpopular clients -- people charged with crimes that did not make them, or their attorneys, popular in the military. I believe that our justice system requires vigorous representation.

I apologize for what I said and to those lawyers and law firms who are representing clients at Guantanamo. I hope that my record of public service makes clear that those comments do not reflect my core beliefs.

CULLY STIMSON

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Detainee Affairs

Defense Department

Washington

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/16/AR2007011601383.html

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Now how about a letter of resignation?

[indepat]

1. Now ain't that special

[Norquist Nemesis]

2. They should have fired him before the sun came up the next day. n/t

[Coaster City]

3. Resignation Please!!!!!!!!!

If this guy had an ounce of integrity he would have resigned. He is certainly showing his true character.