Assignment:
Research project that requires you to research the controversy concerning the torture of the United States Detainees at Guantanamo. To familiarize yourself with the issues, a good place to start is at the Human Rights . Additional information regarding the debate may be found on the Internet. You can use the search phrase "Torture AND Human rights," to begin your search. Tasks: Write a report on the assessment and facts.
Your report should specifically describe the following:
• How does the treatment of military detainees at Guantanamo differ from that of American citizens accused of committing crimes, in terms of goals and prisoner rights?
• What are some of the most used tactics for interrogation? How do you think these would be useful in the case of military detainees at Guantanamo? Is torture justified as a means of coercion?
• Are Miranda rights required? Would such coercion be acceptable under Miranda standards?
• Does it matter if the miscarriage of justice involves a U.S. citizen or foreigner?
• Should the rights of U.S. citizens only protect them?
• Where do you draw the line between protecting your country and protecting individual rights? Give reasons along with your opinion. This paper is expected to reflect a thorough understanding of interrogation law and practice.