PATRIOT Act
The USA PATRIOT Act was a comprehensive response to the 9/11 attack. It has been modified several times since its adoption. Considering the current state of the Act’s provisions, discuss the following points in an 8–10-slide PowerPoint presentation:
Describe how the PATRIOT Act increased the authority of law enforcement agencies in fighting terrorism. Critically analyze the Act, giving reasons and examples.
How effective has the PATRIOT Act proved to be in preventing attacks in the homeland?
Discuss the controversies regarding the PATRIOT Act. Critically analyze whether or not the PATRIOT Act allows the government or law enforcement to violate civil liberties.
Sample Answer
here is a possible outline for an 8-10 slide PowerPoint presentation on the USA PATRIOT Act:
Slide 1: Title slide
- Title: The USA PATRIOT Act: A Critical Analysis
- Subtitle: The Act’s Provisions, Effectiveness, and Impact on Civil Liberties
Slide 2: Introduction
- Provide a brief overview of the USA PATRIOT Act, including its passage in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks and its subsequent amendments.
- State the purpose of the presentation, which is to critically analyze the Act’s provisions, effectiveness, and impact on civil liberties.