Stewart: Despite denials, Bush aides actively managed harsh interrogations

David Edwards and Mike Sheehan

Published: Wednesday April 16, 2008



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Jon Stewart and 'The Daily Show' lambasted, in the lively mix of satire and seriousness Stewart is famous for, President George W. Bush and key past and present members of his administration over their repeated assertions that the United States doesn't use torture against its enemies.

It was revealed last week that both President Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney authorized, supported, and knew of the use of torturous tactics such as waterboarding during interrogations of suspected terrorists.

One memorable montage of clips Stewart presented showed, in order, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, former White House Press Secretary Tony Snow, Vice President Cheney, President Bush, and former CIA Director George Tenet all saying, "We don't torture."

Quipped Stewart, "You may know that group as the non-profit organization 'People for the Ethical Treatment of Nobody.'"

Stewart waved his fist and mock-thundered, "And we would've gotten away with it too if it weren't for you meddling kids and your reporting!"



