Chomsky does a wonderful job of bringing history into current ethical questions. If you don't know where you have been, you don't know where you are. Much of the country and media is lost. This is recommended reading.

If you ever doubted the old saw about those who do not remember the lessons of history being doomed to repeat them, this exhaustive look at one aspect of U.S. history should put any doubts to rest. If, however, you are particularly attached to idealistic notions about the U.S., don't read this piece. You could find the unassailable facts Chomsky presents disturbing to your self-image.

Chomsky provides historical context for the use of torture by the U.S. and other nations.

A disturbing look at America's history involving torture.

A great piece of work. Mr. Chormsky takes us on a world-wide tour of torture, with all the players. While I knew we probably tortured a few people, it is with regret to know this was American policy, for decades. Why this hasn't been written about in -dept , at least to the common people, is amazing.

This is quality journalism because it sheds light on the current Guatanamo torture story by putting it in historical context and perspective. This information is important for Americans to know.

Chomsky is brutally honest. He knows history & he isn't prone to obsfucation. It is frightening to think that there has really been no significant break in the brutality that we (Americans) have visited on those we imagine that we are saving. Some combination of insensitive greed & blind religious fervor, along with rigid obedience to authority have resulted in unforgivable infliction of grief & torture.

Why we bother with the rantings of Chomsky I don't know. The guy is nuts and a true blue hater of America.