Mark Halperin: CIA's Torture Defenders Have Little Merit

Mark Halperin: CIA's Torture Defenders Have Little Merit

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The transcript discusses the polarized views on the torture report, highlighting the contrasting opinions of media outlets like MSNBC and Fox News. It delves into America's image, legal implications of torture, and the defenses presented by figures like Michael Hayden and Liz Cheney. The discussion also covers criticism and partisan views on the report, concluding with thoughts on its impact and the lessons learned.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the administration wants to discuss the torture report, according to the transcript?

To highlight America's awesomeness

To show how America is not awesome

To defend the CIA's actions

To promote bipartisan cooperation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the suggested action for those who committed torture if they are not prosecuted?

Reward them

Ignore their actions

Pardon them

Imprison them

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the two unpaid talking heads mentioned in the defense of the CIA's actions?

Liz Cheney and George Bush

Michael Vick and Liz Cheney

Michael Hayden and Liz Cheney

Michael Hayden and Michael Vick

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism of the CIA defenders' arguments according to the transcript?

They support the report's conclusions

They fail to engage with the report's findings

They focus on partisan politics

They provide new evidence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe making contradictory arguments in legal discussions?

Arguing in the alternative

Fog machine

Prosecutorial screed

Partisan play