The Heart of the Matter
Jun 23rd, 2005 at 8:02 am by Susie
Whatever term is used, the governor’s continued pursuit of Mr. Schiavo in the absence of any evidence that he has done anything wrong is a clear example of government power being used as a club to punish someone for political reasons. The unwarranted harassment of an ordinary citizen by the most powerful political figure in his state is an affront to the very idea of freedom that Mr. Bush and his brother in the White House are so fond of preaching.
I have to wonder: Would any governor in any other state had the audacity to act with such utter disregard for the rights of Michael Schiavo? I doubt it. But then again, I may be quite wrong. Madness is contagious, it seems.
Sadly, Jeb Bush’s arrogance is not unusual.
“Man is clever animal who behaves like an imbecile.”
- Albert Schweitzer
“He knows nothing; he thinks he knows everything - that clearly points to a political career.”
- George Bernard Shaw
Amendments to the Constitution of the United States
AMENDMENT IV
(1791)
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
AMENDMENT V
(1791)
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual ser- vice in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be com- pelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
If they thought they could get away with it? I’d say a whole lot of governors, and all of them wouldn’t have an “R” after their name, either. Only most of them…
The Bushes are shameless and bred to believe they can do anything they want. Jebby’s smarter than his big bro. We think things are bad now. God help us when they decide to run this one.
I can promise you that the governor of Alaska would act with the same arrogance.