Even if Mr. Bush had the guts to condemn General Musharraf, there is no longer any moral high ground left for him to stand on. Quite the contrary. Rather than set a democratic example, our president has instead served as a model of unconstitutional behavior, eagerly emulated by his Pakistani acolyte.

This is a great NY Times op-ed on the state of America. Curiously, there's no mention of the part press outlets like the Times have played in enabling the Bush Administration's agenda. On the other hand, perhaps pieces like this one will inspire others? Perhaps...

• The Coup at Home

previously on wtg:

• powell: what is the great threat we are facing?
• a look back at 'atari teenage riot'
• schumer lays it out for bush
• the glamourous life of sanchiko hanai

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