Does the USA PATRIOT ACT violate civil liberties? You must choose a side and you must explain why or why not.

Write a one page essay (one full page of text - at least 300 words - or there will be a point deduction) addressing the following question: Does the USA PATRIOT ACT violate civil liberties? You must choose a side and you must explain why or why not. Also, remember to cite all sources - proper footnotes and works cited page (or you'll receive a grade of 0). Proofread for format and mechanics as well (double space, 12 size font, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, etc.).