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Does anyone know why the public 9/11 hearings have a time limit, when the same people testified privately for much longer?
Since they are just a political exercise (like a debate), everything about their conduct gets negotiated in advance.wasteofo2 said:Does anyone know why the public 9/11 hearings have a time limit, when the same people testified privately for much longer?
russ_watters said:Since they are just a political exercise (like a debate), everything about their conduct gets negotiated in advance.
I didn't mean they were exactly like debates, just that there are similarities - kat has a good point, they are also like most other things done on the floor of Congress: everything anyone says is a speach designed to generate soundbytes for their campaign. And yeah, its often funny when a question doesn't get answered the way the questioner wants it: the questioner often ends up with their foot in their mouth and tail between their legs.wasteofo2 said:The people answering the questions may be given them earlier (if that's what you meant), but it seems that a lot of the people on the pannel had to drop points that they didn't get answered satisfactorily.
wasteofo2 said:Does anyone know why the public 9/11 hearings have a time limit, when the same people testified privately for much longer?
The public 9/11 hearings were timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This timing serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding and learning from the events of 9/11, as well as honoring the victims and their families.
Yes, the timing was chosen to also align with the completion of the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, which was a direct result of the 9/11 attacks. This helps to contextualize the hearings and highlight the ongoing impact of 9/11 on global events.
The decision to hold the hearings publicly was made to promote transparency and allow for the American public to have a better understanding of the events leading up to and following 9/11. It also allows for accountability and the opportunity for the families of victims to have their voices heard.
It is possible that new information may be revealed during the hearings, as they will involve testimony from government officials, experts, and individuals directly impacted by 9/11. However, the primary focus of the hearings is to review and analyze existing information and identify any gaps or areas for further investigation.
The public 9/11 hearings are expected to last for several weeks, with multiple sessions per week. The exact length of the hearings will depend on the amount of information presented and any potential extensions deemed necessary by the panel conducting the hearings.