Justice official decries Patriot Act spy court ruling
A Justice Department official denounces the FISA court order that keeps a wall between criminal probes and intelligence gathering. The piece traces the history of FISA since 1978, the Ashcroft amendments, and the May 17 court pushback, noting concerns over privacy and the dual role of prosecutors and agents.
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Former N Y fire chief writes healing in 9 11 book
Von Essen, retired after a 31 year career and once Rudy Giuliani appointee, writes of healing after 9 11. He reflects on clashing with fire chiefs and unions, and recounts his start in the South Bronx. Readers respond as the anniversary prompts letters.
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