http://a-new-machine.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] a-new-machine.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] talkpolitics 2010-04-07 11:19 pm (UTC)

I'd wager that "testimony" is subject to due process rights (IE the right to confront accusers, cross-examine, counsel, etc.). Original intent is far from controlling in modern due process jurisprudence.

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