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Created by Shannon Carpenter on May 7, 2024 8:59 AM
Weeks 15-16 Discussion
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 Graded Discussions Weeks 15-16: Results, Conclusions, & Recommendations
One of the biggest takeaways on the ethical considerations of individual freedom vs. security in the
aftermath of 9/11 is that a complex relationship exists among the public, lawmakers, and government
officials. There is no definitive right and wrong answer; rather, the main objective of such research is
intended to convey the need for a middle ground between opposing viewpoints. The primary lesson
learned through this research is that post-9/11, the U.S. underwent a gross overcorrection of what it
perceived as security shortcomings, which in the decades since, it has attempted to scale back to create a
true sense of balance. From the perspectives of legal and policy analysis, case studies, existing surveys,
and existing interviews, the nuanced relationship between such discourse identifies the need for the
nation to come together and decide on how to proceed forward with national security objectives.
Overall, the contribution to emergency management came in the form of recognizing the need for
transparency, accountability, judicial oversight, regulatory compliance, and public awareness and
education campaigns designed to bridge the gap over the tradeoff of civil liberty infringement and
national security in a way that best suits the nation. The need for such rhetoric is evident, which this
thesis outlined in a manner that sets the conditions to bring the country together and develop a unified
direction forward.
The results were displayed chronologically in the manner of early legislation that laid the foundation for
enhanced security/government surveillance, landmark events that both supported and challenged the
idea of such activities, intermediate developments (i.e., policy that adapted the original provisions of the
USA PATRIOT Act to account for changing public/political climates), and recent studies displaying the
current state of policy revision. From 2001 until now, policy has changed from just sheer expansiveness
of government authority to include provisions for enhanced accountability and oversight of legislation, a
clear indication that the nation is at least attempting to address public concerns. Landmark decisions
have served as the legal basis by which the USA PATRIOT Act and subsequent legislation have been
either solidified or revised based on broader legal scrutiny. And, as of 2024, there are still policies being
introduced on the Congress floor intended to alleviate concerns over government intrusion, while at the
same time, trying to maintain a high level of national security. These results are indicative that the U.S. is
willing to change, but how that will occur is still up for debate.
The premiere recommendations for future research initiatives are found in the areas of transparency and
accountability (implementation of effective oversight mechanisms), limiting the scope and duration of
policy (i.e., revise the type of data collected and incorporation of sunset provisions), increasing judicial
oversight (requiring warrants for surveillance activities that revolve around the concept of proof of
necessity), protection of whistleblowers (protecting those that speak out against potential overreach,
abuse, or infractions), and public engagement (empowering the community to understand privacy
protections, accountability advocation, and collaborative projects). Through placing emphasis in these

areas, the federal government can develop a better working relationship with the general public so that a
true level of security (with respect to constitutional guarantees) can be achieved.
Jeffrey Williams Posted May 9, 2024 11:15 PM
Ms. Carpenter,
This must have been an extremely difficult topic to cover due to the subjective political nature of the topic. Without reading your thesis, I would imagine one the primary points of subjectivity is the understanding and prior case law based upon the idea of individual sovereignty based upon founding ideological ideals – thinkers like Locke – verse the Rousseau’s social contract viewpoint.
Traditionally the American political ideology and the colloquial “right” viewpoint is an ideology that aligns more with Locke’s emphasis of limited government, individual rights, and the sovereignty of the individual. In contrast, the Rousseau theory of social contract suggests that individual freedoms is less about absolute sovereignty and more about the collective safety.
The shifting ideologies of presidential administrations, especially during the Progressive Era under Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson, further illustrate how political leadership can influence public perceptions and legislative frameworks. These administrations marked significant shifts towards a more interventionist government which, in many ways, paved the path for accepting Rousseau’s concepts over Locke’s in certain policy arenas. This historical evolution can provide a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics at play in modern security policies, where the balance often shifts based on contemporary political climates and global events.
These ideological shifts underscore the challenge in creating security policies that respect constitutional guarantees while effectively addressing genuine security threats. Each subsequent administration’s interpretation of the necessary balance between liberty and security can significantly affect legislative and executive actions, thereby influencing public opinion and legal standards.
Anyways, I went a little off the deep end. Sorry. Political philosophy and US constitutional history is kind of a hobby topic of mine. Sad, I know, hahah!
Congratulations on finishing!
Jeff

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