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74. Apparently you know of another lawmaker in DC who has

Sat Dec 6, 2014, 02:33 PM

Dec 2014

effected this nation's HISTORIC RECORD, especially in regard to transparency, more positively over the last 4 decades than Kerry. Please name that person.

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Kerry Puts BRAKES On CIA TORTURE REPORT [View all] Segami Dec 2014 OP

Oy deutsey Dec 2014 #1

Indeed. I have a feeling that there will turn out to be many dirty hands razorman Dec 2014 #58

We're running blind. Let the sun shine in. nt CJCRANE Dec 2014 #2

If this gets delayed or postponed until republicans get control of senate, Segami Dec 2014 #4

He and Obama are counting on just that. Autumn Dec 2014 #27

^^^^^^^^^ woo me with science Dec 2014 #55

I'm sure that would be merely an unforseen and unfortunate coincidence. arcane1 Dec 2014 #29

I fear this is what is going on... SylviaD Dec 2014 #33

At this stage of the game, I have no expectations of trustworthy decisions from the WH or Congress. dixiegrrrrl Dec 2014 #98

I am ashamed of ever voting for your complicit ass, John Kerry. TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #3

Anxious for more of ISIL's American hostages to be killed, eh? blm Dec 2014 #17

That is a false canard (that releasing the report will somehow endanger Americans' KingCharlemagne Dec 2014 #23

We all KNOW what happened - I'm sure it was WORSE than the report. But, anyone who blm Dec 2014 #52

Hear hear- Some people here seem to believe they know more than they lumpy Dec 2014 #86

At this point, that backlash is what's needed, I think. Volaris Dec 2014 #133

You give Americans too much credit yeoman6987 Dec 2014 #152

I don't give a flying fuck about confronting ISIL and if the people in their cross hairs can't be TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #135

Crushing the advancements being made by US-Iran and other Muslim nations doesn't blm Dec 2014 #155

Long term goals my ass. Destabilizing Syria and trying to box Russia in are not my goals nor is TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #162

Written like someone who has no idea who the bad guys are and knows little blm Dec 2014 #169

well said! and thanks for saying it! wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #178

How is asking for a delay in the release the same as covering it up? blm Dec 2014 #194

a delay? wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #196

How long do you think it will take Iran (w/US backing) to gain upper hand on ISIL? blm Dec 2014 #199

You're welcome and thank you for standing for what is right. TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #209

What a silly arguement. blackspade Dec 2014 #41

Bush's Torture Penchant begat ISIL. Kerry has been working with Muslim nations blm Dec 2014 #46

No, I'm anxious for truth. You seem to be anxious to cover up crimes of epic scale TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #70

You couldn't be wronger. I want Kerry's deal with Iran to succeed as soon blm Dec 2014 #72

The historic record is that we continue to cover up crimes that erode the best of our national ideal TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #130

You are overthetop because you know my answers AREN'T weak and blm Dec 2014 #140

They know the difference. mylye2222 Dec 2014 #144

OK, when is the release set for? What prevents the TeaPubliKlans from shelving it when TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #148

The problem is that it is never "the right time" Marrah_G Dec 2014 #163

In this case, though, the stakes are as high as they can be. Either we reach blm Dec 2014 #166

The stakes are always as high as they can be Marrah_G Dec 2014 #167

We are at the very POINT of change with this alliance with Iran and working with blm Dec 2014 #168

Sigh Marrah_G Dec 2014 #170

At THIS time it most certainly is. Read ALL of the replies. blm Dec 2014 #174

Some people here will never forgive mylye2222 Dec 2014 #171

The truth is, Kerry knows a helluva lot more than you or I do on how to handle lumpy Dec 2014 #83

Your weak appeals to authority do not counter the need for the cover ups to end. TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #131

He isnt lying since he still stated mylye2222 Dec 2014 #137

When? Some distant future maybe after the participants are long dead and the nation has fallen TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #138

It'll be released! KansDem Dec 2014 #179

He's not lying - If you need to claim Kerry's lying to make your case then blm Dec 2014 #139

I don't give a damn about "confronting ISIL", the players in the region have the wherewithal to do TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #143

Your statement is really insulting. mylye2222 Dec 2014 #146

Oh and if Kerry was that liar and cover up guy mylye2222 Dec 2014 #147

Then release the report, no more stalling. No more "looking forward". No more finger wagging about TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #149

Demanding for someone who wouldn't lift a finger himself to ease tensions with Iran blm Dec 2014 #156

Desk chair warriors? It is you who is maintaining the cover up needs to be kept up for some TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #161

LOL - You don't know the first thing about HOW to make blm Dec 2014 #175

I am left shaking my head at your post Marrah_G Dec 2014 #164

blm is right. mylye2222 Dec 2014 #76

Torture was not just 840high Dec 2014 #203

I retired from the Army AnalystInParadise Dec 2014 #91

I expect the CIA institutionalized much of it, and, I have long expressed blm Dec 2014 #104

On it's inception blm, even before Poppy Bush. 2banon Dec 2014 #120

Yep - Before Poppy it was his old man, Prescott and his cronies - blm Dec 2014 #124

Yes. And among those cronies were Nazis . mylye2222 Dec 2014 #125

+++++++++! 2banon Dec 2014 #145

If they're killed, it will be because of the torture. Erich Bloodaxe BSN Dec 2014 #177

Yes, that is where it belongs, but, the reality at this moment is Kerry in Iran blm Dec 2014 #197

We're at the use it or lose it moment. Erich Bloodaxe BSN Dec 2014 #198

So by inference Kerry confirms the report is not good. Fuck protecting shrub's administration any ChisolmTrailDem Dec 2014 #5

The people they are currently protecting are hostages and future hostages. blm Dec 2014 #18

This message was self-deleted by its author 1000words Dec 2014 #19

if only the elite turned up hostages someday reddread Dec 2014 #20

because Democracy flourishes in the dark reddread Dec 2014 #22

Apparently you know of another lawmaker in DC who has blm Dec 2014 #74

Difficuly to name one lol!!!! mylye2222 Dec 2014 #77

No, they're protecting *THEMSELVES*. Marr Dec 2014 #101

Yeah - because we all know Kerry hasn't lifted a finger on Iran blm Dec 2014 #107

Kerry was rhe first of 2004 candidates to condem mylye2222 Dec 2014 #109

Really? Other countries have been able to get their hostages out. How come we are so sabrina 1 Dec 2014 #117

Bullpucky ! lumpy Dec 2014 #84

So Kerry and Obama are aiding and abetting criminal actions ? lumpy Dec 2014 #87

they absolutely are! wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #181

No - they are NOT. Seeking a delay to prepare for backlash blm Dec 2014 #187

yes they are! wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #190

LOL - It's the RandPaul2016 strategists pushing the 'no difference' ploy blm Dec 2014 #191

i despise the shrub and... wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #192

If you hate criminality and corruption of Bush, then why pretend he's blm Dec 2014 #193

never said that! don't try to put words in my posts that aren't there! wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #195

Any mirrors at your house? Reread our exchange. blm Dec 2014 #200

delay til when? wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #202

Why weren't you on DU demanding it every day for the 3years? blm Dec 2014 #204

Sunshine please. postulater Dec 2014 #6

Most transparent administration ever! LondonReign2 Dec 2014 #7

"Mark Udall Promises America Will "Be Disgusted" at CIA Torture Report" bullwinkle428 Dec 2014 #8

Whether by accident or design... CJCRANE Dec 2014 #9

I'm pretty sure it's design FiveGoodMen Dec 2014 #26

yep. say hello to president jeb fucking bush. frylock Dec 2014 #30

and that's the real politik here -- to the max. nashville_brook Dec 2014 #71

I wonder what that's all about?? kentuck Dec 2014 #10

This message was self-deleted by its author 1000words Dec 2014 #11

Foreign policy is all a chess game to the politicians. Truth is not as important as how liberal_at_heart Dec 2014 #12

There are no words to express the disgust at the very people we elected to EXPOSE sabrina 1 Dec 2014 #13

Horse feathers. summerschild Dec 2014 #14

I say... kentuck Dec 2014 #15

Fuck games and threats. Release it now or be considered complicit to the point of partnership. TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #136

Can Feinstein Not Listen To Kerry And Still Release The Report? global1 Dec 2014 #16

Of course, which is why the title of the article is overblown karynnj Dec 2014 #81

If the Embassies are in danger rusty fender Dec 2014 #153

Where do you get fear of what Republicans or the MSM will say from -- the events happened under Bush karynnj Dec 2014 #154

I never believed Feinstein would EVER release anything of any significance 2banon Dec 2014 #122

To rephrase the late Senator Byrd's words: sadoldgirl Dec 2014 #21

I prefer a bosomy telenovela to deadpan kabuki reddread Dec 2014 #24

I trust John Kerry madokie Dec 2014 #25

I trust Mr. Clean to do my floors. Spitfire of ATJ Dec 2014 #37

I trust Lysol. Autumn Dec 2014 #43

I don't believe in taking the pledge. Spitfire of ATJ Dec 2014 #45

Then you may just not be a Democrat. All the good ones take a Pledge, Autumn Dec 2014 #49

I am compelled to trust Obama and Kerry and leave suspicious minglessness lumpy Dec 2014 #88

If it matters, I have a tendency to trust the politicians I voted for, Volaris Dec 2014 #134

Must be nice not having to think about things. /nt Marr Dec 2014 #100

Nasty slam Marr. lumpy Dec 2014 #103

What? It's true. If your response to a story like this, Marr Dec 2014 #105

So I am to believe you that you know who is thinking or not? lumpy Dec 2014 #114

Or adding the context of the historic record (especially Kerry's role). blm Dec 2014 #118

The historical context is that crimes against humanity have been perpetrated by and for TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #157

No one is giving it a pass -a delay is not a pass. blm Dec 2014 #172

We are ruled by criminals. woo me with science Dec 2014 #28

So the evil present government is to be replaced by what? lumpy Dec 2014 #89

Nah, you're right. woo me with science Dec 2014 #90

You have said that our government is going to be dismantled . Can you give an lumpy Dec 2014 #93

psychopathic criminals! n/t wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #183

It's been awhile since Kerry threw his medals over the White House fence 99th_Monkey Dec 2014 #31

Are you a tool of the GOP? Sounds like. lumpy Dec 2014 #95

Who needs the GOP? 99th_Monkey Dec 2014 #97

Obama is a Democrat in belief and action. You try to blacken the name of Obama lumpy Dec 2014 #102

Question away 99th_Monkey Dec 2014 #110

JEB Thanks Sen. Kerry n2doc Dec 2014 #32

Which is the greater crime swilton Dec 2014 #50

precisely! n/t wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #184

Bonesmen protect Bonesmen. zeemike Dec 2014 #34

^^^^^^The only relevant comment^^^^^^^^ Jesus Malverde Dec 2014 #62

"can't be, he's a Democrat" MisterP Dec 2014 #35

In a related story: Dick Cheney asks Diane Feinstein to go hunting with him. Spitfire of ATJ Dec 2014 #36

Only if he wants to take a shot across her bow. lumpy Dec 2014 #94

Actually, I picture Cheney dressed in S&M leather waiting for the video. Spitfire of ATJ Dec 2014 #129

I fully support this action. obxhead Dec 2014 #38

What a crock of shit. blackspade Dec 2014 #39

Who's Really in Charge jalan48 Dec 2014 #40

Of course he did. This is who we are librechik Dec 2014 #42

Tell me again about how much better Democrats are than Republicans... 99Forever Dec 2014 #44

Because when Rebublicans slam you into the ground they do that maniacal laugh,... Spitfire of ATJ Dec 2014 #47

Are YOU the one negotiating with Iran to cooperate jointly against ISIL? blm Dec 2014 #48

Ahhh yes... 99Forever Dec 2014 #53

Try it in CONTEXT now � but�. you won't blm Dec 2014 #57

Thanks for the bullshit lesson. 99Forever Dec 2014 #69

In other words, you have your mind closed because you WANT to have your blm Dec 2014 #73

I didn't make ANY claims. 99Forever Dec 2014 #79

Your questions weren't based in REALITY. blm Dec 2014 #82

Still got nothin. 99Forever Dec 2014 #85

I didn't expect an honest reply from you. blm Dec 2014 #112

Lol.. mylye2222 Dec 2014 #113

Disheartening that so many on DU are exhibiting their ignorance, paranoia, or lumpy Dec 2014 #99

Nasty slam, lumpy. /nt Marr Dec 2014 #106

The truth hurts ? lumpy Dec 2014 #116

you wouldn't know truth if it bit you on the ass! n/t wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #185

I believe the Democrat leadership who are actually doing their jobs, not some lumpy Dec 2014 #108

Another one dances around the questions asked. 99Forever Dec 2014 #111

Because YOUR questions are more important than any questions posed to you? blm Dec 2014 #115

Yes they are. 99Forever Dec 2014 #123

I did. You don't like the answer you get every time you posit your load of BS. blm Dec 2014 #126

No you answered nothing. 99Forever Dec 2014 #128

LOL - Expected dodge from AynRandPaul2016. blm Dec 2014 #141

Fuck AynRandPaul2016 and... 99Forever Dec 2014 #142

Must have missed any questions you might have asked me. Carry on. lumpy Dec 2014 #119

Go over to the Press TV website to see what the Iranians think. CJCRANE Dec 2014 #68

Indeed. Some people believe they have a direct line to the truth. God awfull ! lumpy Dec 2014 #92

More of the same! leftymon Dec 2014 #51

This is Chernobyl. Something that should have never existed does exist. IADEMO2004 Dec 2014 #54

Whereas, burying the truth will help? FiveGoodMen Dec 2014 #61

The truth is known we are just trying to weaponize it now. IADEMO2004 Dec 2014 #64

The truth is not known, or there wouldn't be any point in trying to cover it up FiveGoodMen Dec 2014 #65

Weaponized truth? What kind of lame brained Republican doublespeak is that? TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #132

lame brained Republican doublespeak. My turn to the dark side is complete. IADEMO2004 Dec 2014 #150

Apparently. You have concocted a worldview that sees lies, obstruction of justice, and perpetual TheKentuckian Dec 2014 #159

Yay transparency! truebrit71 Dec 2014 #56

Torture is absolutely good at getting *bad* info. johnnyreb Dec 2014 #59

plus 1! n/t wildbilln864 Dec 2014 #186

K & R !!! WillyT Dec 2014 #60

�And a lot of those folks were working hard under enormous pressure and are real patriots.� Obama Tierra_y_Libertad Dec 2014 #63

We've seen more justice in south america the land of so called banana republics Jesus Malverde Dec 2014 #66

And there you have it. nilesobek Dec 2014 #67

Maybe Mark Udall should just go ahead and put it out there on his way out the door. TwilightGardener Dec 2014 #75

Always revealing to see how much people mylye2222 Dec 2014 #78

If Bush and Cheney were in prison there would be respect Lint Head Dec 2014 #80

was he wrong then or is he wrong now? AngryAmish Dec 2014 #96

The Brick Wall DeSwiss Dec 2014 #121

^^^^^^^^^^^^ woo me with science Dec 2014 #127

How funny, they are already trying to rewrite history. Pathetic. Rex Dec 2014 #151

Just take it to a GRAND JURY JCMach1 Dec 2014 #158

Message auto-removed Name removed Dec 2014 #160

"Third Way, a center-left think tank" is a total crock Bortman33 Dec 2014 #165

Kick woo me with science Dec 2014 #173

Tossing his legacy away just like he did those medals years ago. CBGLuthier Dec 2014 #176

For asking for a delay to prepare for the worst backlash to Bush's torture? blm Dec 2014 #188

Bonesman is as Bonesman does. ;-) WinkyDink Dec 2014 #180

Nonsense.Kerry never used his S&B connection for his career mylye2222 Dec 2014 #182

Okay. I'm sure you'd be privy to it all. WinkyDink Dec 2014 #205

Because asking for a delay in the report's release to prepare blm Dec 2014 #189

Delay is diplomacy, you assert? Re-read the final OP paragraph. Justice delayed......... WinkyDink Dec 2014 #206

Nevermikd now since the report will be released. mylye2222 Dec 2014 #207

Horsepoo - A delay was only for preparation. blm Dec 2014 #208

So what's the bottom line? tavernier Dec 2014 #201