Abstract

Torture and Accountability

Presents the author's views on the lack of legal accountability sought by American officials following the Abu Ghraib prison abuse scandal. Review of how no senior officials in the United States military or the administration of U.S. President George W. Bush have been held accountable for the inmate abuses at the prison; Author's view that higher-ups in the government can be held responsible for their actions if government institutions are pressured; Suggestion that the public and the media make the effort to insist on a thorough investigation and the administering of appropriate punishments; Review of options for Congressional action regarding the scandal; View that no investigation into the events at Abu Ghraib will occur without public pressure.