Mass Surveillance in America: A History of Loosening Laws and Practices
Surveillance in the name of intelligence gathering is nothing new. Here's a look back at significant developments over the past 30-plus years.
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Taking Liberties Back From the Patriot Act
Concerned that the time for its extra intrusiveness has passed, civil libertarians are calling for some provisions of the Patriot Act to be rolled back.
I Report, Therefore I Am
The case of Colombian journalist Hollman Morris, refused entry to the U.S. for a prestigious fellowship, suggests reporting on terrorists may be confused with being one.
Immigration and the Missing Ph.D.s
Post 9/11, the United States has been chasing foreign-born scholars away, much to the nation's detriment.
Terror Trials May Distort Civilian Courts
Court experts worry that actions taken in prosecuting terrorism could erode protections for those accused of common crimes.