write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, an


write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Compare and contrast 2 of the following:

  • USA Patriot Act
  • Homeland Security Act
  • Intelligence Reform Act
  • Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act
  • Transportation Security Act

Address areas that are complementary, that are contradictory, and that overlap. Pay particular attention to the following areas:

  • Areas of differences in intent and content of the acts being examined
  • Conflicts of law
  • Jurisdictional overlap