David Rivkin

Partner in the Washington office of Baker & Hostetler LLP

Visiting Fellow at the Nixon Center

Contributing Editor of the National Review and National Interest

David specializes in regulatory and litigation work, with a particular emphasis on constitutional, international, and public policy issues. Before returning to the private sector, Mr. Rivkin served in a variety of legal and policy positions in the Reagan and George H. W. Bush administrations, including stints at the White House Counsel’s office, the Office of the Vice President, and the Departments of Justice and Energy.

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Tough Interrogation of Terror Suspects is Necessary

With Jack Cloonan, Rick Francona, John Hutson, Heather MacDonald, Darius Rejali, David Rivkin

March 11, 2008

Is tough interrogation of terror suspects necessary? Proponents argue that when traditional techniques fail, interrogators must have the necessary tools to prevent future attacks and save innocent lives – regardless of whether their practices are palatable to the American public. Others cite the potential for false information, reciprocation by our enemies, and moral responsibility as reason to end enhanced interrogations once and for all.

Tough Interrogation of Terror Suspects is Necessary

With Jack Cloonan, Rick Francona, John Hutson, Heather MacDonald, Darius Rejali, David Rivkin

March 11, 2008

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