One is inclined to give poor Joe Klein the benefit of the doubt, and conclude that he suffers from another common liberal affliction: the need to engage in moralistic exhortations on subjects about which he knows absolutely nothing. Throw in a heady dose of wishful thinking, and even the most pedigreed establishment mind would be reduced by this to the kind of slathering, bug-eyed hysteria to which Klein appears unfortunately prone.
Tag Archives: Fort Hood
How the Fort Hood Shooter Will be Judged
November 7, 2009 – 10:42 am
The Army will want to exercise jurisdiction over Hasan’s crimes under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. It is the Army way, consistent with the authority of Article 2 of the UCMJ to punish offenses by a man wearing its uniform, against its soldiers, within the boundaries of its largest post. The civilian system could try him, but it is Hasan’s good fortune that it probably won’t. The reasons may surprise you.
Fort Hood
November 6, 2009 – 5:01 pm
Of course, this was an appalling and despicable attack. My condolences to all who are affected–the wounded, their family members, and the family and friends of the dead.
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