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This is being called perjury here, but on what basis:

TexasFirearmsCoalition.com wrote:Kelly Burke falsely testified that there are no statistics regarding crimes by Texas Concealed Handgun Licensees. That was a real whopper!
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Ms. Burke’s statement is demonstrably untrue and she either knew it or should have known it.

If she didn't know it, then is it perjury? IOW if she only demonstrated she didn't know the facts, or was perhaps misled by a supporter/staffer, then I dunno that it's perjury.

The rap against Bush was that "he lied" about Saddam's WOMD, when it seems instead that no one knew the truth at the time (though Saddam was certainly BRAGGING that it was the truth).

TXBO wrote:

Charles L. Cotton wrote:

TXBO wrote:

Charles L. Cotton wrote:

C-dub wrote:Did anyone call her on it? Could or will they pursue perjury charges?

No, it was so late, everyone was tired, and everyone wanted to go home. Had it happened early on, Sen. Birdwell would have blasted her on it.

Chas.

I certainly understand that but a perjury charge would be appropriate. It would give great exposure to who they are. It's one thing to lie in the media. It's a complete other to lie during a legislative or judicial process.

Charges are never filed.

Chas.

I know. I just think that's a mistake. There should be accountability for testimony.

Absolutely. To allow her lies to go into the record unchallenged was a mistake, long day or not!