May 12, 2004

I'm Torn...

In the ongoing saga of the New York Times article which accused the Brazilian president of being an alcoholic, the Brazilian government has revoked the visa of the author, effectively kicking him out of the country.
I am truly divided as to my opinion on this event.

On the one hand, it is truly a slap in the face to the freedom of press, and an American has been kicked out of Brazil. I am offended by that.

On the other hand, he was a Times reporter! Part of me is saying to President Lula, "You go boy!"

Of course, I regularly peruse Brazilian news sites, and see all manner of strange accusations against Bush...

Posted by Andrew on May 12, 2004 9:46 AM.