Has Saddams trial been televised yet?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the televised coverage of Saddam Hussein's trial, specifically whether the trial itself has been broadcasted and the nature of the proceedings being shown. Participants share their observations and experiences regarding the availability of footage and the format of the hearings.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that news channels are discussing Saddam's trial and showing clips, but questions whether the actual trial has been televised.
  • Another participant mentions having seen a short clip of Saddam speaking with his judge.
  • A different participant claims that CNN aired a full 30-minute hearing and suggests that it can be accessed by registered users, providing a link to the transcript.
  • Some participants express the view that the proceedings were not a trial but rather a preliminary hearing to inform Saddam of the charges against him.
  • There is a humorous acknowledgment of the contentious nature of the proceedings, with one participant agreeing that there was significant arguing involved.
  • One participant defends Saddam's decision not to sign a document without legal representation present.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the nature of the proceedings, with some asserting it was a trial and others stating it was merely a preliminary hearing. There is no consensus on whether the trial has been fully televised.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference varying sources of information, including news channels and CNN, which may have different coverage and interpretations of the events. The discussion reflects uncertainty regarding the definitions of trial and preliminary hearing.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in media coverage of legal proceedings, historical events related to Saddam Hussein, or the dynamics of televised trials may find this discussion relevant.

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If you watch any of the news channels, they're all talking about Saddam's trial, showing clips of it, now there's someone reading running translations of highlights of the trial, but has the actual trial been televised? Does anyone know whether it will be televised or not?
 
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I saw a recording of Saddam talking with his judge. It was only about a 5 minute clip.
 
CNN played the whole 30 minute hearing this afternoon. I think you can listen to it if you are registered at the CNN site. If not the transcript is linked below.
Transcript
 
From my understanding, it wasn’t a trial. It was just a preliminary hearing telling Saddam what he has been charged with.
 
That and a bunch of arguing...
 
phreak said:
That and a bunch of arguing...

LoL. True. But Saddam was right for not signing the document without a lawyer present.
 

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