"The Case Against the US Patriot Act"- This essay explores the effects of the US Patriot Act on our Constitutional Rights.

The Case Against the USA Patriot Act         "There is nothing to fear, but fear itself." This famous quote, spoken by Franklin Roosevelt, serves as a reminder to people everywhere that fear should not guide our actions, nor should they influence our lives. On September 11th, 2001, the American public saw the face of fear and stood bravely in its shadow, its shadow which covered New York City and Washington DC. Shortly thereafter, President George W. Bush …

…neither Liberty nor Safety." Benjamin Franklin, one of the most patriotic men in the history of the United States, should be thanked for expressing in words what we American's will not show in actions. If we do not show dissent to our government when it does wrong, we are just as responsible for the reparations. The US Patriot Act strips too many civil liberties, and I am ready for a fight to get them back.