The New York Times
In this article “Protecting a Basic Freedom,” the author talks about the effort to pass the Free Flow of Information Act which was signed by all three Presidential hopefuls. This Act would give reporters limited protection against being compelled to reveal confidential sources in federal court. The author says that the Bush White House over the past eight years has secretly and aggressively targeting reporters. The article also says that a similar bill was approved last October but is still waiting on the Senate vote. The author also says that many believe we should have this law for national security but will allow the robust reporting that is essential for the country’s safety and freedom. I think this was a very well written article and easy to understand. The author took a stance on an issue and presented all of the points.
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I think that privacy is a huge issue to most americans and this act should be passed. Some information should be kept from the public. This seems like it would be a very interesting article on an important issue.
This is a very important issue. Privacy is very important to all people, especially those with something at stake. I feel that this law is necessary and should be put into effect.
I like how the author included a lot of information regarding the bill, including how three presidential all support it. This shows how it is an important act that is not just supported by one party.
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