I guess it shouldn't really be a surprise to learn that Americans use some heavy handed methods to get information on possible terrorist activities. If you think about it, American intelligence officials probably aren't just politely asking Saddam Hussein where he's hidden his weapons.

US Military: “Saddam, could you please tell us where some weapons are hidden?“

Saddam: “Sorry, I don't remember.“

US Military: “Oh. OK then. You're free to go.“

Man, if the American public ever really found out what their military does to get information, I am sure there would be shock and public outrage. No doubt, they use any and all mind-altering drugs available, and some mental and physical torture for good measure.

Wait a second. There's a story going around about prisoner abuse in Iraq by “a few“ members of the US Military. Some reputable sources are even suggesting that abuse is directly related to the interrogation, and that what those pictures depict ARE the softening up of prisoners to prepare them for interrogation.

I have always said that military and intelligence operations are like the wizard of Oz. Looking behind the curtain will ruin the trick. The American news networks have shown Americans a peek behind the wizard's curtain. Quick, close it! Before Americans find out any more of the disturbing things there government must do in the name of gathering vital intelligence.