Plamegate Myths Dispelled

With my heavy focus on the Scooter Libby commuted sentence, it may be appropriate to dispel some common myths about the case. The first is "Since Armitage was the leaker there was no underlying crime." Irrelevant since the charge was obstruction of justice, but regardless, go here for the refutation of that claim:

Media still repeating false claim that Armitage role in Plame leak exonerates Libby

There are several other claims, but I think this link will provide you with refutations of several of the common misconceptions. Take a look:

Treasongate (Part VI): Response to GOP/Neocon talking points on the Valerie Plame expose

I still don't understand why hard-core Bushies think that Scooter's commutation is a good thing. Is there anybody out there that can clue me in? Thanks!