Edward Pietrzyk

Blackwater Remains in CBS’s Doghouse Despite Heroic Rescue

By Jeff Poor | October 4, 2007 - 11:17 ET

Just one day after taking heat from the media and congressional Democrats,

Blackwater USA rescued Polish Ambassador Edward Pietrzyk from an insurgent attack in Iraq. But the October 3 “Evening News” used the incident as an opportunity to attack civilian contractors in Iraq.

“Blackwater has a perfect record when it comes to protecting American diplomats,” CBS correspondent David Martin said. “But private security firms, not just Blackwater – but other contractors seen here firing on Iraqi vehicles for no apparent reason – often undermine the larger mission of the American military – protecting the population and winning hearts and minds.”

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