ATF tries to block whistleblowing agent’s ‘Fast and Furious’ book

[Ptarmigan]

ATF tries to block whistleblowing agent’s ‘Fast and Furious’ book
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/oct/6/atf-tries-block-whistleblowing-agents-fast-and-fur/

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is blocking the main whistleblower in the Fast and Furious case from publishing a book for pay, claiming his retelling of the Mexico “gun-walking” scandal will hurt morale inside the embattled law enforcement agency, according to documents obtained by The Washington Times.

ATF’s dispute with Special Agent John Dodson is setting up a First Amendment showdown that is poised to bring together liberal groups like the American Civil Liberties Union and conservatives in Congress who have championed Mr. Dodson’s protection as a whistleblower.

The ACLU is slated to become involved in the case Monday, informing ATF it is representing Mr. Dodson and filing a formal protest to the decision to reject his request to publish the already written book, sources told The Times, speaking only on the condition of anonymity.

The ATF is really scared of being exposed from Fast and Furious. 

[Freeper]

I don't give a flying **** about the morale of the ATF. They did the crime they should pay for it.

[Ptarmigan]

I don't give a flying **** about the morale of the ATF. They did the crime they should pay for it.

Exactly. They are afraid of exposure of the truth.

[marv]

Dodson better prepare for multiple Gestop...er...IRS audits.

[thundley4]

Hasn't this been settled a long time ago?  The government can't prevent publication, but they can prosecute after the fact?  However, knowing the Obama Regime is involved, this guy might meet an untimely end or be blackmailed.

[JohnnyReb]

"What difference does it make.".....oooops, wrong crisis/scandal