DAVID-BAPTISTE CHIROT: ACLU: Send this video to Eric Holder

Dear ACLU Supporter,

The Bush torture memos were never intended to see the light of day -- much less to be spoken out loud.

That's what makes the ACLU's Tortured Logic video so powerful. We asked a number of prominent artists and citizens including award-winning filmmaker Oliver Stone and 9/11 family member Patricia Perry to give voice to these chilling descriptions of torture techniques and the twisted justifications that were used to authorize them.

Right now, Attorney General Eric Holder is deciding if he will appoint an independent prosecutor to investigate the Bush torture program. Make sure Attorney General Holder hears the call for a thorough criminal investigation by sending him this powerful video.

Forward the Tortured Logic video to Attorney General Eric Holder now, and ask him to appoint an independent prosecutor.

With your help, ACLU lawyers brought these memos to light. Now, working together, you and the ACLU can see that those who authorized the Bush torture program are held accountable. That effort is at a critical juncture right now -- and your participation can help make the difference.

If Attorney General Holder sets in motion a thorough investigation, it will reaffirm that, in America, no one is above the law.

But, if he does nothing, or if he limits the scope of the investigations to exclude high-level officials, it will further tarnish America's credibility as a nation that respects the rule of law and human rights.

Tens of thousands of ACLU supporters have already demanded this crucial investigation -- but Attorney General Holder has yet to act. We must keep the pressure on.

Ask the Attorney General to see for himself -- forward the Tortured Logic video to Eric Holder.

When the Justice Department is deluged with copies of this powerful video, it will serve as compelling evidence of the American people's resolve to investigate and prosecute acts that showed a blatant disregard for human rights and the rule of law.

The justification to authorize the Bush torture program was endorsed by officials at the highest levels. We can't let them just walk away. The only way to make sure this does not happen again is to conduct a thorough criminal investigation.

You can help tip the balance by sharing this video with Eric Holder as he makes his decision.

Please send this just-released video today.

Thank you for taking action at this crucial moment.

Sincerely,

Anthony D. Romero
Executive Director, ACLU

P.S. As an ACLU supporter, I know you understand the seriousness of this issue. Together, we must spread the word about the need for accountability. You can make a difference by sending the video to your friends and family and by posting the video on Facebook and Twitter.