America Debates Civil Liberties and Terrorism
This timely and balanced volume explores the crisis of the war on terror and the actions taken by the executive branch of government against civil liberties. The complex issues surrounding the Patriot Act, the Abu Ghraib prison abuse scandal, and the suspension of the right of habeas corpus are discussed, as well as the debates over what has truly been gained by such recent acts and events. Readers will gain an understanding of what is at stake for U.S. citizens today.
* Reviews *
Series Review--"Issues related to the topics are debated in a clear, concise manner. Each chapter begins with background information on the topic and continues with balanced sections that discuss the human rights and ethics involved. Colorful photographs and boxed information highlighted in red break up the texts... will appeal to students who wish to have a brief overview of the issues."
-Denise Moore, O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD""
-School Library Journal
