A Resolution of the Greensboro City Council concerning the Patriot Act
Whereas, The City of Greensboro has a diverse population that is vital to our community's character, and that we have a long tradition of protecting human rights and civil liberties that protect all of our residents, including non-citizens and the recently-immigrated; and
Whereas, As a City, we are concerned that provisions of the USA Patriot Act and several Executive Orders could possibly lead to abuse in enforcement; and
Whereas, In a time of concern over terrorism, our country must find a balance between the need for national security and the need for protection of our basic civil rights and liberties; and
Whereas, The City of Greensboro Human Relations Commission has passed a resolution stating that some aspects of the USA Patriot Act and some Executive Orders may be an unnecessary threat to the civil rights and liberties of the people of Greensboro;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED
That the City of Greensboro affirms its opposition to terrorism, and also affirms its strong belief that there not be unnecessary sacrifices of civil rights and liberties in the fight against terrorism; and
That the City of Greensboro request the US Congress to further study the Act to determine if all civil liberties have been safeguarded while combating terrorism.
This the 20th day of May, 2003