Question

The US Patriot Act
Why did it happen?
When did it happen?
What types of acts did it cover?
Are you for or against it? Why?
Do you agree with it?

Answer 1

1) It was in response to terrorist attacks of 9/11, the United States after checking for their preparedness against threats to native soil found themselves under-protected
2) October 2001
3) 1) Provided Funding for Counter-Terroism operations, and officially condemned the hate against Muslims and Arabs as a Result of 9/11 2) Covers everything on surveillance of suspected terrorists, 3) Anti-Money Laundering Schemes 4) Increased border security 5) Provided for the wellbeing of victims of Terrorist attacks 6) Defined Terrorist by law [Quick summary and lacking in context and nuances]