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THE
COST OF FREEDOM - Civil Liberties, Security and the USA PATRIOT
Act is a one-hour public television documentary presented
nationally by Iowa Public Television (see IPTV.org). The show
examines the history of civil liberties during wartime and
the controversial USA PATRIOT Act which was passed in October
of 2001. Passed overwhelmingly by Congress, The USA PATRIOT
Act was a response to the terrorist attacks of 9-11. The PATRIOT
Act was designed to empower both local and federal law enforcement
in what the Bush Administration termed the "War on Terrorism."
Since
it's passage, the PATRIOT Act has drawn criticism and support
from Republicans, Democrats and Libertarians. The documentary
presents a balanced look at the PATRIOT Act including interviews
with both pro and anti-PATRIOT Act lawyers, scholars and activists.
Full transcripts from several of those who appear on camera
can be accessed by clicking on the appropriate link indicated
below.
THE
COST OF FREEDOM - Civil Liberties, Security and the USA PATRIOT
Act helps clarify the unique provisions of the act and
the impact of those provisions on American citizens and resident
aliens as well as foreign visitors and students. In addition,
the film provides an overview of recurrent tensions between
security and civil liberties. The film also looks at broader
security issues including the role of the Executive Branch
of government, Executive Orders, Military Tribunals and what
the Bush Administration has termed "Enemy Combatants."
Throughout
American history, the demands of national security have prompted
presidents to impose limits on liberties and freedom. History
reveals some significant similarities in the actions of American
presidents, both Democrat and Republican.
Additional
information on the documentary can be accessed by clicking
on the additional links listed to the left.
THE
COST OF FREEDOM - Civil Liberties, Security and the USA PATRIOT
Act airs nationwide on public television beginning in
September, 2004. For broadcast information in your area, please
consult your local listings or contact your PBS affiliate.
A complete list of PBS affiliates and their phones numbers
can be accessed by clicking here.
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