Camp iXnay

We are all pretty used to politicians breaking their promises but one Obama seems intent to keep is shutting down Guantanamo Bay. After “guests” of Camp X-Ray were catered to for up to 5 years without being charged with a crime, it is time to close an embarrassing chapter on the Bush Administration. Without a doubt there are dangerous prisoners in US custody and holding trials for them will be difficult given the nature of the evidence against them. Finding a new home for the 250 inmates will be complicated as well, even though housing the inmates within the US will cost half as much as Gitmo ($259/day vs $657/day).

Watching some of the latest episodes of 24 (not sure if it’s a drama or comedy but entertaining nonetheless), it seems as though even Hollywood wants us to believe it is okay to torture a bad guy or two. Obama has a long way to go to repair our image abroad but I do believe this is a good and reasonable first step and I hope this is one campaign promise he keeps.

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Amit Singh

I'm left handed but right brained.