Alterman on Padilla

Well said. He touches other issues, but this is the lead. I don't always agree with him, but this is right on.

Tell me, what is the relevance of the U.S. Constitution to such a process? And if the Constitution has no relevance for Mr. Padilla, who is after all, a U.S. citizen, how can you be sure it will be there for you? First they came for the gypsies...