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To: Travis McGee
I mean, imagine if the govt had been able to close the hearing to the public! Can you say, “KGB,” comrade?

Well, how are trials closed to the public even constitutional?
The 6th says "In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial"...

23 posted on 01/29/2013 6:39:56 PM PST by OneWingedShark (Q: Why am I here? A: To do Justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with my God.)
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To: OneWingedShark

I suppose that’s filed under “National Security” in the footnotes of one of the Patriot Acts.

Funny name, Patriot Act.


24 posted on 01/29/2013 6:49:30 PM PST by Travis McGee (www.EnemiesForeignAndDomestic.com)
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