Toast Watch (Day 3)

The Washington Post editorial page is still pretending to ignore the real issues in Bob Woodward's involvement in the Wilson/Plame investigation. Woodward was not just a reporter hiding his sources - he was a witness to a crime. Moreover, it is either undoubted (first two points) or highly plausible (next two) that he:
  • Hid his knowledge of the crime.
  • Used his editorial position to attempt to deride and obstruct investigation of the crime.
  • Tipped his source off that the prosecutor might know that he had previously lied.
  • In his testimony and public statements distorted or minimized the crime.

Something is seriously awry when newspapers and reporters become partners with crooked government officials in their criminal activities. It looks like Woodwards steps across the ethical line were even more serious than Judy Miller's. At the very least, he owes the public a detailed no bullshit explanation of his actions - something he has so far refuse to provide.

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