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After September 11, 2001 the USA Patriot Act was introduced to enable the govt. to investigate potential terroists. However, critics question its effectiveness, its lack of regard for civil liberties, and charge it gives the govt too much power.
In This Issue
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Foreword
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Legislative Background —
Recent Action on the USA PATRIOT Act
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PATRIOT Act Overview —
Major Provisions and the Library Controversy
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Administration Position —
Justice Department Explanation of the PATRIOT Act
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Opposing Viewpoint —
Analysis by the Center for Democracy and Technology
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Using the PATRIOT Act to Fight Terrorism
Remarks by Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge
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Federal Court Ruling —
Surveillance Powers and Customer Records
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Civil Liberties Protection Proposals —
Major Bills Before Congress
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Pro & Con
Should the FBI Be Prohibited from Acquiring Patrons' Records Under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act?
