Date: Wed, 19 Sep 2001 03:49:25 -0400
To: Matthew Gaylor <freematt@coil.com>
From: Matthew Gaylor <freematt@coil.com>
Subject: 09-18-01 -- ACLU Action Update: Protecting America
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TO: ACLU Action Network Members
FR: Jared Feuer, Internet Organizer
DT: September 18, 2001

We join the nation in grieving over the devastating loss of life that 
occurred during last week's terrorist attacks. Everyone in America 
has been touched by this event, and the ACLU extends our deepest 
sympathies to those who are mourning immeasurable losses from this 
tragedy.

In the hours and days after the tragic attacks, our national leaders 
have been nearly unanimous in their insistence that these acts of 
terrorism not be used to diminish liberty in the United States. But 
despite these statements, the Administration and Congress are now 
rushing to change our nation's laws. Attorney General Ashcroft, for 
example, has asked Congress to adopt far-reaching legislation that 
would include provisions to vastly expand federal law enforcement 
authority without offering public assurances about how such laws 
would make us safer.

As a result, many are increasingly concerned that the guarantees of 
the Bill of Rights might become the next victim of terrorism.  We 
must now urge our lawmakers to be extra thoughtful and thorough in 
their consideration of legislation designed to respond to and prevent 
terrorist attacks.

Take Action!  You can read more and send a FREE FAX to your Members 
of Congress from our action alert at:

http://www.aclu.org/action/liberty107.html

Thank you for your continued defense of civil liberties. Your voices 
and support are more crucial than ever.


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