Cheney: We had the responsibility to protect our citizens; they didn't need to know everything we were doing on their behalf, and Congress likewise. We had the facts and could see the big picture; most everyone seemed content to let us do the hard, dirty work required, without asking too many questions. They were frightened and confused, and we eased their minds by not requiring them to think too deeply about what should be done. Democratic institutions often get in the way, get bogged down with scrutinizing the legalities and all that. Electing The Leader and letting him make all those messy decisions is much faster and effective, we found.
Chair: Yes, we understand that line of reasoning. We've seen the tragic effects of such governance in several world wars during the past 70 years or so. Unfortunately for you, people want to be free. Which is why you've wound up here, sir.
Cheney: This isn't over. The liberals will ruin this country. My friends and I will be back.#
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Bernard Weiner, a poet and playwright, has written numerous fantasias about the Bush Administration ( http://www.crisispapers.org/weinerpubs.htm#fantasies ). A Ph.D. in government & international relations, he has taught at various universities, worked as a writer/editor for the San Francisco Chronicle, and currently co-edits The Crisis Papers. To comment: >> crisispapers@comcast.net >>.
First published by The Crisis Papers and Democratic Underground 5/23/06.
Copyright 2006 by Bernard Weiner.
Chair: Yes, we understand that line of reasoning. We've seen the tragic effects of such governance in several world wars during the past 70 years or so. Unfortunately for you, people want to be free. Which is why you've wound up here, sir.
Cheney: This isn't over. The liberals will ruin this country. My friends and I will be back.#
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First published by The Crisis Papers and Democratic Underground 5/23/06.
Copyright 2006 by Bernard Weiner.
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