Why? Because he said so. He performed a "signing statement," a brilliant misuse of presidential authority (in fact, Bush has performed far more of these than any other president), where he authorizes himself to be able to open people's postal mail.
Now, if you weren't convinced that "King George" is a megalomaniac, perhaps this story will get you to bend that way?
The Raw Story | Senator asks Bush to explain signing statement that gives President authority to open mail without warrant
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Now, if you weren't convinced that "King George" is a megalomaniac, perhaps this story will get you to bend that way?
The Raw Story | Senator asks Bush to explain signing statement that gives President authority to open mail without warrant
Technorati Tags: President Bush, wiretapping, signing authority, privacy
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