In 1983, you said that “the amount of killing of innocent civilians is being reduced step by step.” You added, “We think that kind of progress needs to be rewarded and encouraged.” This is why we were aiding the Guatemalan President, who was later found to be responsible for widespread human-rights violations, correct?
I’m really not that sure what you’re trying to do in this interview.
I’m just trying to ask about your career.
I thought we were talking about the Middle East.
Well, we were, and I was just transitioning because I thought it was interesting.
A lot of people still think of Iran-Contra when your name comes up. Do you think that’s fair?
Well, it’s fair because that’s what comes up when you Google my name.
Right. Do you feel reformed in some way?
Reformed from what?
Oh, just the crimes. People should always have a chance to reform.
I think that’s a really offensive and, frankly, quite despicable question. ♦