The Patriot Act

The website www.lifeandliberty.gov is a site that talks about the purpose of the Patriot Act. This website is a good for visitors who want to learn about the bill. The Patriot Act is a an act that allows the U.S. government to spy on the U.S. citizens personal life by tapping phoone lines across the country. The website also gives statements from President George W. Bush and Attorney Alberto R. Gonzales. Both Gonzales and President Bush defend the Patriot Act. They both state that the Patriot Act protects the american people from terrorist attacks. This act was immediately established after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Alberto R. Gonzales stated,"On Sept. 11, 2001, terrorists inspired by hatred murdered nearly 3,000 innocent Americans. In response Congress overwhelmingly passed the USA Patriot Act. Now, before it adjourns for the year, Congress must act again to reauthorize this critical piece of legislation. Al Qaeda and other terrorist organizations are at work: Their stated goal is to kill Americans, cripple our economy and demoralize our people.The bill to be considered this week is a good one. It equips law enforcement with the tools needed to fight terrorists, and it also includes new civil liberties protections. Members of Congress should put aside the rhetoric and focus on the facts surrounding this vital legislation".

President Bush stated,"I applaud the Senate for voting to renew the Patriot Act and overcoming the partisan attempts to block its passage. The terrorists have not lost the will or the ability to attack us. The Patriot Act is vital to the war on terror and defending our citizens against a ruthless enemy. This bill will allow our law enforcement officials to continue to use the same tools against terrorists that are already used against drug dealers and other criminals, while safeguarding the civil liberties of the American people."

Hopefully this bill will bring peace to America and protect our American people from being attacked again by terrorist.