National Security vs. Civil Liberties Forum

Patriot Act

Patriot Act

by Kimberly Royek -
Number of replies: 8
I agree with the Patriot Act 100%. I would rather give up some rights to protect myself than have my privacy and less protection against terrorism. I have nothing to hide, so the government can investigate me however they want. People say that the "invasive" Patriot Act only helps find a few terrorists, but these few terrorists can take a few thousand lives. I would rather there be a better chance of finding them. Why wouldn't we want the government to protect us any way we can?
In reply to Kimberly Royek

Re: Patriot Act

by Shannon Allen -
I agree. I think that sometimes the way they obtain infomation isn't always the most lawful way but I believe that sometimes it is necessary to protect the country. As long as they aren't breaking into houses and telling us what we can and can't do than I don't really feel that it's a problem.
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Re: Patriot Act

by Heather Hill -

I agree with Kim. If you have nothing to hide then why should it matter whether the patriot act is in place or not. It was implied to stop any terrorist action before it could even come to life. I feel like if you have nothing to hide then why should it be that big of a deal.