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Iron Mike
3 October 2007 - 8:25pm

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 But how would we know they were lying, as opposed to spinning?

Good point. 

But how do you know its a lie as opposed to a mere mistake?  The US, along with the UK, France, Germany and Russia all were mistaken about WMD in Iraq, but GWB is branded by many of those incapable of critical thinking, as a liar.  Hmmm?  Perhaps we should also prosecute mistakes.

How about another law against those who lie about our politicians?  Why should free speech include lies to advance an opposition political agenda? Do you really want to ski this slippery slope?

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