- Williams writes in her essay that the war on terror is a new type of war. What’s new about it? How is it different from traditional wars?
Williams writes that the war on terror is a new type of war because it is a war of the mind. It is not a war against a specific body, specific land, or specific resources, but a war against anyone who makes us afraid.
2. In what ways does the “Roving Wiretaps” of the Patriot Act seem to violate the Bill of Rights? Which amendment(s) does it seem to violate and why?
The “Roving Wiretaps” of the Patriot Act seems to violate the Bill of Rights because it allows one wiretap authorization to cover multiple devices. This violates the Fourth Amendment because it’s a boundary between a general individual’s freedoms and the rights of those suspected of crimes, and the language of the Roving Wire Tap Act could lead to privacy violations for those who casually come into contact with a suspect.
3. What about “Sneak and Peek” Warrants?
The “Sneak and Peek” warrants violate the right to be present in the home while a search is being conducted. This allows the authorities to enter the home while no one is there, giving room for the authorities to plant evidence on the suspected person. This is a violation because it isn’t only able to be used for terror investigations or espionage cases, but it allows the “sneak and peek” warrant for minor crimes. This violates the Fourth Amendment, which protects us from overzealous efforts by law enforcement to root out crime by ensuring that police have a good reason before they intrude on people’s lives through criminal investigations.
