Recently, conservatives who oppose torture investigations have been desperately trying to stifle discussion of Bush administration officials who authorized torture. Last week, for example, Karl Rove said that a public debate about torture serves as a “recruiting tool” for terrorists. Today, Fox News contributor Dana Perino joined in on the fearmongering, saying that recent congressional debates about torture are producing a “field day” for terrorists:
PERINO: Everyday there’s another step in this story. … Everyday the House of Representatives is having to deal with this issue. But it’s not just the House. They’ve drug everybody into this. But my concern is we’re not giving due interests as to what the terrorists are taking from this. We need to think about the international audience here. I’m sure the terrorists are having a field day.
“Now, very interesting point,” chimed host Gretchen Carlson. “Absolutely!” added Steve Doocy. Watch it:
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