Anthrax Quote by Steven Hatfill
“Later, I went down to the Washington field office and an onsite polygraph was administered. After reviewing the polygraph charts in private, the polygraph examiner told me that I had passed and that he believed I had nothing to do with the anthrax letters.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2001 Congressional Hearing, USA
The speaker recounts undergoing a polygraph that cleared him of involvement in the anthrax attacks, emphasizing official exoneration.
In simple terms: He was cleared by a polygraph.
Key Takeaway
Trust official findings.
Themes
credibility
justice
investigation
Mood
skeptical
defensive
Type
testimonial
political
When to use this quote
- legal defense
- media scrutiny
- public trust
- government transparency
Key Concepts
forensic verification
political pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- How reliable are polygraphs in high‑stakes investigations?
- What other evidence should be considered?
A Different Perspective
Polygraph reliability is contested and may not guarantee innocence.
