Talk:Matthew Diaz

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[edit] POV Language ("kidnap")

I've edited the language of the article to refer to Guantanamo prisoners as having been "captured," not having been "kidnapped." The former is factually accurate, while the latter implies illegality (and while I agree that "extraordinary rendition" is morally wrong, it's unclear and disputed as to its legality). Even POV aside (though that's clearly the most egregious violation), "kidnap" is not a synonym for "wrongfully imprison," as the former implies actions by a non-state entity (individual or criminal organization), "typically to obtain a ransom" according to Oxford, while the latter is a more accurate descriptor. S. Ugarte 00:38, 3 June 2007 (UTC)

I've edited this page in light of changes made after I offered opposing views as well as raised issues on Matthew Diaz' treatment by the Bush Administration and the Attorney who has made it his mission to ruin his career and prevent him from practicing law. This attorney has recently been revealed as part of the group of Administration Officials who are under a shadow of potential criminal acts up to and including violation of the War Crimes Act. I have attempted to contact S Ugarte, who does not have an email to discuss how to handle the editing of this article. At a minimum it should be linked to his defense attorney and the torture debate pages. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.137.132.12 (talk) 01:26, 17 April 2008 (UTC) User Kathleen Lind email attached.