“They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety”, Benjamin Franklin (Jasper n.pag.). The ruthless quote given by Benjamin Franklin really tells us that the people who give up a little liberty to get a brief moment of safety really end up trading freedom for security. What Franklin did not know is how our liberties would be affected after the September 11th attacks. Why are these Homeland Security Acts and other protection acts so controversial? People that oppose the laws say that they wear away the civil liberties and constitutional protections with irrational searches and seizures. Although, supporters say that the acts are necessary to help the government fight terrorism (Roth n.pag.). Are American citizens giving up freedoms because of the war to terrorism with only the promise of safety? This paper contains information regarding the measures that were taken after September 11th . It shows the perspective of both the pro and con side of the recent legislation. It will also provide some possible solutions to the controversy. There will doubtfully be a quick solution, but some measures must be taken.

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