The board has an opportunity to show that it is not in the pocket of the president and is truly concerned with the liberty and privacy of the American people. Given the ever-growing expansion of the government's law enforcement powers, effective oversight is absolutely essential. We hope that the board will provide real oversight, and not simply the illusion.
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Regardless of what happens with this agreement, Congress can, and must fix the Patriot Act to better protect the privacy and freedom of ordinary Americans. At the same time, until the Bush administration stops the illegal NSA program to spy on Americans and stops ignoring the rule of law, any reforms to the Patriot Act could be ignored under the extreme philosophy of power embraced by this president. No matter the result of the Patriot Act, we hope all senators involved in these negotiations will resist pressure from the administration. Congress must restore the rule of law and insist that innocent Americans' rights be protected against the overreaching of the White House. We can, and must, be both safe and free.Caroline Fredrickson
Congress rightly rejected this measure last year and must reject it again.
Caroline Fredrickson
This administration, like that of President Nixon, has apparently secretly adopted a legal view of the executive branch's power that is unbounded.
Caroline Fredrickson
These sections of the act are extremely crucial. We have a nationwide campaign going on. (Renewing them) is a priority.
Caroline Fredrickson
I think one of the fundamental roles of Congress is to exercise oversight of the executive branch. And it's not happening.
Caroline Fredrickson
The Constitution exists to protect rights, not undermine them.
Caroline Fredrickson
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