Spies?

            In an article titled, “Guantanamo Bay Spies,” Osi goes address the issue of the U.S. government converting the prisoners into spies. Within the article, Osi describes how some of these prisoners were treated. For example, the prisoners were “given real beds, private kitchens and showers, pornography for those who ever wanted it, and paid millions of dollars by a CIA account code-named pledge.” He also goes on to describe how the U.S. is training these prisoners to go and act as spies. One specific example given is that the U.S. would use these spies to go undercover and gather information from Al Qaeda. Osi then gives his piece of mind by exclaiming he disagrees with the government’s tactics.

            I completely agree with Osi’s side. I believe it is wrong and it is incredibly foolish to carryout these plans. These prisoners aren’t in Guantanamo Bay because of minor misdemeanors or crimes. These are prisoners who are essentially terrorists and are a threat to our country, and trusting these people would just be putting our country in jeopardy.

            I believe the only thing Osi’s argument is lacking are more facts or, if they are available, information on spies that have actually underwent a mission and came back. However, I do not believe the lacking of these facts or information hinders Osi’s article by any means. It is still a great article with valuable information because not many people know about this situation. His targeted audience, the general population of America, should be informed of what is going on and should definitely consider the actions the government is taking.