Left to chance

After the Democrats voted to expand the National Security Agency’s (NSA’s) authority to spy on Americans without warrants, EFF has stepped up to show how to fight it. “Congress Caves on Warrantless Snooping — What Happened, and How To Fix It”

We also have to take the fight back to Congress, and for that we need your help. The most important check on the abuse of power ultimately isn’t Congress — it’s you. It’s up to you to hold your representatives accountable for allowing this egregious change or supporting it outright. Don’t let them think for a second that this went unnoticed: send them a letter here, call them to voice your opposition, and visit their home offices in your district during the August recess. Spread the word to your friends and family about what Congress has done and urge them to take action, too.

Fortunately, the law has a sunset date, and, more importantly, congressional leaders are already signaling that they want to revise the law before then. Restoring protections for your fundamental rights shouldn’t wait even a day. Neither should our efforts to make sure that happens — take action now.

It’s time to contact your representative and express your outrage, this must be rolled back.