10-09-2006, 07:41 PM
CeoranaOct 8 2006, 11:12 PM KlouchOct 8 2006, 12:11 PM CeoranaOct 8 2006, 08:15 AM AGAINST. [/quote]
why? [/quote]
Because it bans repeal/replaces of End Barbaric Punishments and other anti-torture resolutions, and if those were to be repealed, those of us who don't support torture would have to repeal this before it could be replaced.
In other words, this is an issue that I believe is in the UN's purview, so I oppose tying the hands of the UN because further legislation may be needed. [/quote]
It seems like a big "IF" regarding the future. How probale do you think it is that a repeal of "End Barbaric Punishments" would pass?
While I agree that the language here is somewhat tame, and I understand the possibility of future challenges, I'm in favor.
why? [/quote]
Because it bans repeal/replaces of End Barbaric Punishments and other anti-torture resolutions, and if those were to be repealed, those of us who don't support torture would have to repeal this before it could be replaced.
In other words, this is an issue that I believe is in the UN's purview, so I oppose tying the hands of the UN because further legislation may be needed. [/quote]
It seems like a big "IF" regarding the future. How probale do you think it is that a repeal of "End Barbaric Punishments" would pass?
While I agree that the language here is somewhat tame, and I understand the possibility of future challenges, I'm in favor.