Patriot Act

Patriot Act Almost immediately after the horrifying events of September 11, the repression began. More than 1,000 people (predominately Arab and Muslim men) were picked up and jailed by government agents, held without being charged, their names and whereabouts largely kept secret—because they were suspected of having information about terrorists or terrorist acts. The government used the public’s outrage and fear at the unspeakable attacks of September 11 to justify the inflammatory rhetoric in which President …

…into Congress soon after 9/11 in order to “protect” the country from further terrorist attacks. Congress failed to examine the act completely and take into account all of its many changes. They were so fueled by fear that they neglected their responsibilities and obligations of being thorough with legislation. But maybe Congressmen are right; some of the sections of the Patriot Act are a necessary evil in order to keep our country and its citizens safe.