1. Nick Gillespie contends that trading freedom and privacy for enhanced security will lead to ever-increasing restrictions on civil liberties. In contrast, Richard A. Posner argues in favor of such a trade, claiming that the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks illustrate the need for extra security. Write an essay on the balance between civil liberties and national security, devoting one paragraph to the benefits of enhancing security and another to protecting civil liberties. Cite from both viewpoints to develop your lists and add any other items you can think of. Finally, write a conclusion in favor of security or civil liberties, providing sound reasons for your choice.
2. Patricia J. Williams maintains that ethnic profiling is ineffective because an individual’s physical characteristics do not always convey his or her intention to commit a terrorist act. Bruce J. Terris argues in favor of ethnic profiling, claiming that targeting those...