Specter: Gonzales Has “Burden of Proof”

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Sen. Arlen Specter (R-PA) is a key figure for Alberto Gonzales, since he’s yet to call for his resignation, though seems close to doing so.

In his opening statement, Specter made it clear that Gonzales has a high hill to climb — he has the “burden of proof,” Specter said, then proceeding to run through some of the key contradictions between Gonzales’ statements and testimony given by his former aides under oath.

Note: No, there’s nothing wrong with your screen. It appears Specter has some sort of eye infection. Get well, senator!

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