The United States Patriot Act

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This paper examines the U.S. Patriot Act, which was passed in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The paper discusses exactly what the implications are in the implementation of this act should another terrorist event such as 9/11 occur. The paper contends that, while the onset of the act was to protect America from terrorist attacks, among other safeguards, the aftermath of the enactment has presented a myriad of controversies. These controversies are outlined in the paper.

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"Restrictive laws have been passed at crucial times in the history of the United States before the passing of the USA Patriot Act. Although the laws within this Act are intrusive upon the privacy of United States Citizens, there are those who do not mind the restrictiveness of the Act in exchange for safety. This is understandable to a certain extent however one must keep in mind that the Constitutional rights vested in each individual in the United States has been tread upon to a great extent by the USA Patriot Act."

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