Dianne Feinstein’s been serving as Senator from the state of California since 1992.
Dianne Feinstein’s racked up more popular votes (in 2012) than any Senator in American history.
Dianne Feinstein’s 81 years old.
Dianne Feinstein’s the oldest currently sitting Senator.
Dianne Feinstein’s served as Chair of the Senate’s Select Committee on Intelligence since 2009.
Dianne Feinstein’s primarily responsible for the just released Committee Report on CIA Detention and Interrogation.
Dianne Feinstein’s primarily responsible for releasing the Report at this particular time.
Dianne Feinstein’s insisting that in spite of the anger engendered by the Report, “America is big enough to admit when it’s wrong and confident enough to learn from its mistakes.”
Dianne Feinstein’s got a tart, tough response for anyone who criticizes the Report – their numbers are many – which boils down to “Read the Report.”
Dianne Feinstein’s clearly at a point in her life where she’s indifferent to her political enemies.
Dianne Feinstein’s clearly at a point in her life where she’s hell bent on leaving a legacy.
Dianne Feinstein’s clearly at a point in her life where she’s reached the pinnacle of her power. On an issue of the utmost importance – America’s use of torture or, if you prefer, enhanced interrogation techniques – she’s taken the lead. For years to come the Report drawn up at her instigation and insistence will be critical to the conversation. .
