President Bush has asserted the right to wiretap and eavesdrop on any American without a warrant in the name of fighting terrorism. He has asserted presidential power beyond stated constitutional rights, and there is no Republican gutsy enough to call his hand.
Helen ThomasI love my work, and I think that I was so lucky to pick a profession where it's a joy to go to work every day.
Helen ThomasWe in the press have a special role since there is no other institution in our society that can hold the President accountable. I do believe that our democracy can endure and prevail only if the American people are informed.
Helen ThomasWe began to see the renovation of our offices as a subtle part of the Nixon war against the press.
Helen Thomas