Publicizing torture

Yes, “enhanced interrogation methods” is an Orwellian euphemism for torture. The Bush administration allowed it, though drawing the line at techniques that caused serious physical injury or death. The Obama administration draws the line at harming prisoners at all. But what possible good will it do to release to the public all the details and more Abu Ghraib-like photographs? Lawbreakers can be punished, but what is the purpose of the publicity? Is more demonization of George Bush worth the damage to our military, the CIA, and our country’s reputation?

[Reference: Will pursuing torture truth derail Obama’s agenda?]