Do you know about Mr. Aswat or Mr. Khan, readers?
"British lawmakers pass measure expanding counterterrorism laws" by Kim Murphy, Los Angeles Times | June 12, 2008
LONDON - British Prime Minister Gordon Brown survived a crucial battle of nerves with Parliament yesterday over expanding Britain's terrorism laws, securing initial approval for holding terrorism suspects up to 42 days before they are charged or freed.
The legislation squeaked through the House of Commons by nine votes amid concerns that it could threaten innocent citizens with the loss of their homes, job, and social networks even if they are released after spending six weeks behind bars.
The increasingly unpopular Brown faces mounting dissent among his own Labor Party ranks, and political unrest has reached a high pitch over the counterterrorism bill, which many Labor lawmakers see as a betrayal of the party's commitment to civil rights.
Also see: Gordon Brown NEEDS a "TERROR" Attack
The Conservative Party bucked popular support within its base for getting tough on terrorism and opposed the 42-day limit.
Do you SEE, DemocraPs, what STANDING ON PRINCIPLE means?
"Liberty is the common strand that binds us together, and we have shed blood to protect it, both abroad and at home," lawmaker David Davis, the Conservative Party's leader on law enforcement affairs, said of the proposed new limits. "Today, the government asks us to shed some of that liberty."
Government officials, who pushed through the changes after months of lobbying and compromise, warned that the expanding number and complexity of terrorism plots makes it necessary to give police more time to complete their investigations.
Yeah, right, especially if THEY are DIRECTING THEM!!!
Please see: May Day Memories: British Patsies
Brown told lawmakers that the plot to bomb trans-Atlantic airliners with liquid explosives uncovered in 2006 forced police to sift through the contents of 400 computers, 8,000 compact discs, and 25,000 exhibits.
Pfffffftttt!!!! Readers, please....
Jacqui Smith, the home secretary, said during Wednesday's debate:
"The threat is more ruthless than any we have faced before. It aims for mass casualties, uses suicide methods, and would use dirty bombs if given half a chance."
Oh, WE KNOW, lady!!!What BRITISH BULLSHIT, 'eh, readers?
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Prop 101: Al-CIA-Duh's Greatest Hits
Prop 101: The "Terrorism" Business
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Who Invented "Al-CIA-Duh?"
