[The Westerner]

Though I agree with George Washington, how his warning apply in this case? I believe the Patriot Act was voted upon in the House and Senate and signed into law by the President.

I agree with the sentiment of your post. I like the quote. It's helpful to review our wise Founding Father's words of caution.

[ActionNewsBill]

I believe the Patriot Act was voted upon in the House and Senate and signed into law by the President.

That's true, but none of the members of the House or Senate were allowed to read the bill before signing it.

[TigersEye]

Though I agree with George Washington, how his warning apply in this case? I believe the Patriot Act was voted upon in the House and Senate and signed into law by the President.

And was conceived and written by the Clinton administration and not one congresscritter read it before signing on to it.