Too little too late

Robertson is trying to save his skin, but we all know what he meant. I think there's no question that in the English language, assassination means "kill." (Yes, I have provided a dictionary definition for your convenience, so that no one will be confused.)

"I didn't say 'assassination.' I said our special forces should 'take him out.' And 'take him out' can be a number of things, including kidnapping; there are a number of ways to take out a dictator from power besides killing him. I was misinterpreted by the AP [Associated Press], but that happens all the time," Robertson said on "The 700 Club" program. (Watch video)

Let's watch the tape again, shall we?

"If he thinks we're trying to assassinate him, I think we really ought to go ahead and do it," said Robertson on Monday's program. "It's a whole lot cheaper than starting a war." (Watch Robertson's comments)

You didn't say assassination, huh? You sure about that, Pat?