American Civil Liberties Union

National Security:
Throughout U.S. history "national security" has often been used as a pretext for massive violations of individual rights. The terrorist attacks on Sept. 11 mobilized our country in the fight against terrorism. However, this also launched a serious civil liberties crises. The ACLU continues to challenge policies like the USA Patriot Act, and creates campaigns like Safe and Free.

National Security : Terrorism and Emergency Powers : Press Releases

Attack on Terrorism Misses Target, Hits America's Freedoms Instead, Charges the ACLU (06/05/2000)
WASHINGTON -- The American Civil Liberties Union today criticized a new report by the National Commission on Terrorism, which included several disturbing recommendations, including putting the Pentagon in charge when there is a terrorist attack on U.S. soil.

ACLU Urges House Panel to Reject Terrorism Bill (06/22/1999)
WASHINGTON -- The American Civil Liberties Union today urged a House subcommittee to reject a bill that would strip many immigrants of their rights to freedom of speech and association.

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