الثلاثاء، نوفمبر 20، 2007

Democracy Now! | Homegrown Terrorism Prevention Act Raises Fears of New Government Crackdown on Dissent

Democracy Now! | Homegrown Terrorism Prevention Act Raises Fears of New Government Crackdown on Dissent

Tuesday, November 20th, 2007
Homegrown Terrorism Prevention Act Raises Fears of New Government Crackdown on Dissent

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A little-noticed anti-terrorism bill quietly making its through Congress is raising fears of a new affront on activism and constitutional rights. The Violent Radicalization and Homegrown Terrorism Prevention Act was passed in an overwhelming 400 to six House vote last month. Critics say it could herald a new government crackdown on dissident activity under the guise of fighting terrorism. [includes rush transcript]

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