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In reply to the discussion: This whole NSA story is nothing more than recycled outrage. Glenn Greenwald didn't break shit. [View all]cheapdate
(3,811 posts)I agree with the ACLU that the laws governing surveillance and the collection of telephone and communication data desparately need to be revised and updated to protect privacy and to ensure that legitimate law enforcement needs are limited to persons actually and demonstrably believed to be involved in criminal activity. I'm not at all surprised that the Obama adminstration is utilizing the existing laws and the existing surveillance apparatus for the presumed purpose of detecting terrorist activity. The courts are unlikely to significantly overturn these laws, as was demonstrated by their decision earlier in March to deny standing in Clapper et al v. Amnesty International. Congressional action is what's most needed, and that unfortunately would appear to be a long-shot.
Your question is absurdly simplistic. I believe you mask a deep insecurity and shallowness of understanding with an outward attitude of belligerence. But take courage, that's only my opinion.