"I wouldn't be surprised if the information were withheld (if not otherwise needed for justification) - due to the economy, so that people wouldn't become unnecessarily fearful. It is an election year and to the benefit of Democrats to squash the economy." Interesting point. Which raises a couple of interesting questions.
Do you suppose the Bush administration has shared any evidence concerning Iraqi sponsorship of the WTC and anthrax attacks with the Democrats?
If it was your decision, would you trust Daschle and the Democrats with this information?
No, if it were me, I would not trust Daschle with the information in an election year. The early leaks to the press indicate to me that Bush probably wouldn't either. It is sad when a politician cannot be trusted to keep national security secrets.