Free Downloads Civil Liberties Vs. National Security In A Post 9/11 World (Prometheus's Contemporary Issues)
In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, national security concerns have been in the forefront of public consciousness and federal authorities. But with the speedy passage of the U.S.A. PATRIOT Act after 9/11, some citizens have criticized the government for unduly curtailing civil liberties under the veil of national security. Others argue that the gravity of the terrorist threat warrants the increased security measures that have been implemented.This timely and balanced collection by leading experts on the trade-offs between national security and civil liberties is divided into six informative sections addressing the main issues of this crucial debate:the history of civil liberties in wartimedomestic surveillance, with a particular focus on the controversial USA PATRIOT Actracial profiling, including selections from the Supreme Court opinion that legitimized the internment of Japanese Americans during World War IIthe use of torture in confessionsthe designation of "enemy combatants"PLUS recent developments, such as the Abu Ghraib prison scandal.In addition to excerpts from important recent US Supreme Court decisions on these topics, this volume includes selections from such widely recognized and respected authors as Richard Cohen, Alan M. Dershowitz, Viet D. Dinh, David A. Harris, Nat Hentoff, Philip B. Heymann, Aryeh Neier, Christian Parenti, John T. Parry, Eyal Press, Chief Justice William Rehnquist, Stephen J. Schulhofer, Jay Stanley, Barry Steinhardt, Stuart Taylor Jr., Welsh S. White, Frank H. Wu, and John C. Yoo.This intriguing collection of expert opinion from across the political and philosophical spectrums will inform average readers on this timely and critical topic and will be especially useful for undergraduate courses in political philosophy, political science, and criminal justice, as well as law school courses in criminal law and criminal procedure.
Series: Prometheus's Contemporary Issues
Paperback: 387 pages
Publisher: Prometheus Books; y First edition edition (October 1, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1850439036
ISBN-13: 978-1850439035
ASIN: 1591022347
Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.8 x 8.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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This book gives an excellent review of the many issues presently being debated concerning the balance between civil liberties and an effective national security. The essays that the editors have chosen are concise and cogent arguments for the different positions. It is very easy to pick up and read one essay at a time right before bed. Overall, a worthwhile purchase for anyone interested in an accessible analysis of the divergent viewpoints on this issue. While not the most in depth book available, it definitely gives a decent analysis of the key issues from racial profiling to torture to surveillance. Recommended for those with an interest in this debate.
I needed the book for Homeland Security classes. It was required reading but was interesting and provided a source of reference for my writings.
Awesome book to read--- I am not sure if is still available.
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