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"Backscatter" X-ray Screening Technology view detail comment email this

Discussion of privacy concerns related to backscatter X-ray screening at airport security checkpoints, where "a passenger is scanned by rastering or moving a single high energy x-ray beam rapidly over their form. The signal strength of detected backscattered x-rays from a known position then allows a highly realistic image to be reconstructed." Includes links to news stories and websites. From the Electronic Privacy Information Center, a research center focusing on civil liberties issues.
http://epic.org/privacy/airtravel/backscatter/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, National Security, Transportation

Last updated Apr 4, 2008


ACLU: Student Rights view detail comment email this

Press releases, legal documents, fact sheets, and other resources from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) on constitutional rights topics pertaining to students and young people. Includes sections on discrimination, dress codes and uniforms, drug testing, zero-tolerance policy, freedom of expression, off-campus conduct, privacy, religion, and sexuality.
http://www.aclu.org/standup/
Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Drugs, Nonfiction by Genre

Last updated Mar 25, 2006


Administration Employing State Secrets Privilege at Quick Clip view detail comment email this

Audio file of a news story about how "the Bush administration is increasingly using the state secrets privilege. It is a series of precedents that allow the government to dismiss court cases on the grounds that evidence introduced in the trial could jeopardize national security." Includes information about how this privilege is explained in a 1953 U.S. Supreme Court decision and more current uses of the privilege. From National Public Radio (NPR).
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4838701&ft=1&f=1001
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Science

Last updated Sep 12, 2006


Better Business Bureau (BBB): Security & Privacy, Made Simpler view detail comment email this

Resources for small business owners about data security and customer privacy. Some of the topics addressed by the publications on this site include privacy policies, identity theft, computer security, payment card security, and what to do if customer data is lost or stolen. From experts in computer security and business privacy.
http://www.bbb.org/us/corporate-engagement/security/
Topics: Business, Computers, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy

Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Biometrics: Who's Watching You? view detail comment email this

This document outlines concerns with biometrics, "the automatic identification or identity verification of living persons using their enduring physical or behavioral characteristics." Discusses specific concerns (such as accuracy of the systems and privacy), current biometrics initiatives, attributes and components of biometrics systems, types of systems (such as fingerprinting, facial recognition, and voice verification), and related information. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF).
http://www.eff.org/wp/biometrics-whos-watching-you
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Technology

Last updated Nov 1, 2007


bugmenot.com view detail comment email this

This site "was created as a mechanism to quickly bypass the login of web sites that require compulsory registration and/or the collection of personal/demographic information (such as the New York Times)." Search by URL for login codes for thousands of sites. Includes a FAQ.
http://www.bugmenot.com
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Jan 25, 2005


CASPIAN: Consumers Against Supermarket Privacy Invasion and Numbering view detail comment email this

An organization staunchly opposed to supermarket "loyalty" or frequent shopper cards, contending that stores benefit from them more than consumers do. In addition to its own editorials and action alerts, the consumer group compiles Web links and articles from other media sources. A supermarket list details the shopper registration and monitoring practices of chain and independent grocery stores, and notes ownership (conglomerate and subsidiary) information.
http://www.nocards.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Nonfiction by Genre, Technology

Last updated Apr 16, 2003


Center for Democracy and Technology view detail comment email this

"The Center for Democracy and Technology works to promote democratic values and constitutional liberties in the digital age." The site contains articles, legislative updates, links to related resources, and more. Topics include domain names, encryption, privacy, security, and spam.
http://www.cdt.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Social Issues

Last updated Aug 16, 2005


Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act: AskCALEA view detail comment email this

Government information about the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (CALEA), a federal law designed to make wiretapping easier. CALEA is implemented by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
http://www.askcalea.net
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law, Technology

Last updated Dec 21, 2005


Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility (CPSR) view detail comment email this

"CPSR is a public-interest alliance of people concerned about the impact of information and communications technology on society." The site covers areas such as civil society and the Internet, the computer profession, freedom of speech, Internet governance, access to the Internet, privacy and civil liberties, and intellectual property. Also features related news, events information, a directory of local CPSR chapters, and more.
http://cpsr.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Ethics, Science, Technology

Last updated Jul 30, 2008


Cookie Central view detail comment email this

A site explaining the theory and practice behind Internet cookies, which are small programs some sites send to visiting computers to track usage. Find out how cookies are used, how they relate to privacy on the Web, and, if you want to, how to get rid of them.
http://www.cookiecentral.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Web Design and Management

Last updated Jul 21, 2000


Debating the Patriot Act view detail comment email this

Compilation of audio of radio programs and related written material about the December 2005 rejection by the Senate "to reauthorize key surveillance provisions of the USA Patriot Act. ... The 16 provisions in question, including those authorizing secret searches of records and roving wiretaps, are set to expire Dec. 31 [2005]." Includes an overview of key areas of controversy. From National Public Radio (NPR).
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4759727&sourceCode=gaw
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Librarianship

Last updated Dec 19, 2005


Did You Fly JetBlue? view detail comment email this

"If you flew on JetBlue before September 2002, a file containing a variety of personal information about you may have been created by a Department of Defense subcontractor called Torch Concepts. On this page you will find information about what kind of information may be in your dossier, and how you can find out." From the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
http://www.aclu.org//privacy/consumer/15588res20030923.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, September 11 & Beyond, Terrorism

Last updated Nov 27, 2005


EFF: Legal Guide for Bloggers view detail comment email this

The goal of this site is to give users "a basic roadmap to the legal issues you may confront as a blogger, [and] to let you know you have rights." Includes FAQs on intellectual property, online defamation law, section 230 (of the Communication Decency Act of 1996) protections, and privacy; FAQs for bloggers as journalists (reporter's privilege and media access); and FAQs relating to election and labor laws. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF).
http://www.eff.org/issues/bloggers/legal
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Labor, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts

Last updated Sep 30, 2009


Employment Background Checks: A Jobseeker's Guide view detail comment email this

"This guide explains the why and how of background checks. It also tells you what can be covered in a background report, your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and what you can do to prepare." Includes links to related sites. From Privacy Rights Clearinghouse.
http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs16-bck.htm
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Mar 23, 2005


EPIC.org: Electronic Privacy Information Center view detail comment email this

Here find relevant links, news, and documentation from EPIC's advocacy in Freedom of Information Act, privacy, and First Amendment litigation. Resources also include documents of issues-related activities, FBI affidavits, news archives, debate resources, and guides to privacy tools. EPIC's Bill-Track follows legislation. An online journal covers issues of privacy and civil liberties in the information age (back issues are available to 1991). Searchable.
http://epic.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Aug 9, 2008


Fact Sheet 8: Medical Records Privacy view detail comment email this

Features answers to questions about medical records privacy, with a focus on personal medical information not covered by the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Discusses ideas for protecting the privacy of records and provides many resources for further information. From the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse, this resource was "originally developed under the auspices of the University of San Diego."
http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs8-med.htm
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Health, Health

Last updated Mar 3, 2004


FAQ: NSA's Data Mining Explained view detail comment email this

This May 2006 article answers questions about "a new report about how the National Security Agency [NSA] is involved in not merely surveillance of phone calls, but also an extensive data mining program." Topics include types of domestic phone records covered (such as call detail records, or CDRs), the legality of data mining, and criticisms of the program. Includes links to related news stories and websites. From CNET.
http://news.cnet.com/2100-1028_3-6071780.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, National Security

Last updated Aug 12, 2008


The First Amendment Handbook view detail comment email this

A handbook "designed to provide a basic primer on the laws affecting reporters' rights to gather and disseminate news." Covers libel, invasion of privacy, confidentiality, gag orders, copyright, and more. From the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press.
http://www.rcfp.org/handbook/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Literature & Books, News, Social Issues, Writing

Last updated Jun 19, 2004


FTC Consumer Alert: Spyware view detail comment email this

"Installed on your computer without your consent, spyware software monitors or controls your computer use. It may be used to send you pop-up ads, redirect your computer to websites, monitor your Internet surfing, or record your keystrokes, which, in turn, could lead to identity theft." The site includes a list of clues that spyware is on a computer and tips to prevent spyware installation. From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/alerts/alt142.shtm
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Crime

Last updated Nov 15, 2008


GigaLaw.com view detail comment email this

“Provides legal information for Internet and technology professionals, Internet entrepreneurs and the lawyers who serve them.” This searchable site includes daily news, up-to-date articles, archived articles sorted by date and topic, interviews, and free newsletters. Topics covered in depth include intellectual property, copyright, privacy, and identity theft.
http://www.gigalaw.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Law, Law by Subject, Technology

Last updated Oct 23, 2001


Government Technology view detail comment email this

Online edition of the print magazine "that provides top government executives with the applied knowledge and tailored solutions they need to shape the future of their agencies and departments." Contains news, articles, white papers, reports, case studies, and more. Topics include homeland security, privacy, storage, transportation, and workforce. Registration (free) required to access some parts of this site.
http://www.govtech.com/gt/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Government, Government, Magazines, Terrorism

Last updated Aug 10, 2009


A Guide to the NSA Eavesdropping Debate view detail comment email this

Collection of articles that provide background about "Senate held hearings Feb. 6 [2006] on the National Security Agency's domestic wiretapping program." Topics include an overview of NSA warrantless domestic wiretapping, a timeline of "Wiretaps' Use and Abuse," and summaries of legal arguments (pro and con) from the White House and the Congressional Research Service. From National Public Radio (NPR).
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5189144
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, National Security, Technology

Last updated Feb 14, 2006


How to Blog Safely (About Work or Anything Else) view detail comment email this

This April 2005 article about blogs lists "simple precautions to help you maintain control of your personal privacy so that you can express yourself without facing unjust retaliation." Ideas include anonymous blogging (such as using a pseudonym and limiting your audience), understanding legal implications of blogs, and related topics. Includes links. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF).
http://www.eff.org/wp/blog-safely
Topics: Blogs & Podcasts, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet

Last updated Oct 6, 2009


How to Comply With The Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule view detail comment email this

Detailed information on the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which refers to the online collection of personal information from children under 13. Includes a link to the full text of the Act (effective April 21, 2000). From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/business/idtheft/bus45.shtm
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Internet Guides & Search Tools, Law, Law by Subject

Last updated Jan 4, 2009


Human Rights Campaign (HRC) view detail comment email this

This large advocacy organization "lobbies Congress, provides campaign support to fair-minded candidates, and works to educate the public on a wide array of topics affecting [lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender] Americans, including workplace, family, discrimination and health issues." The site contains information on marriage, hate crimes, privacy issues, legislation, and more. Use the "Scorecard" to find out where political candidates stand on gay rights.
http://www.hrc.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, & Transgendered People, Jobs & Work

Last updated Apr 13, 2004


Intellectual Freedom view detail comment email this

Providing links to resources relating to intellectual freedom and censorship, this site is good starting place when researching these pertinent issues. Links to organizations and resources regarding censorship and journalism, privacy, and legal issues are included. The University of California, Santa Barbara Library, provides this Web page.
http://www.library.ucsb.edu/subjects/freedom.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Librarianship, Social Issues

Last updated Jul 3, 2004


Is Your Printer Spying on You? view detail comment email this

October 2005 article about how "the US government has succeeded in persuading some color laser printer manufacturers to encode each page with identifying information," and the implications of this "yellow dot" marking system on privacy concerns. Includes a white paper, directions for printing test sheets, a dot decoding guide, a list of printers that do or don't print tracking dots, and links to more recent information. From the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF).
http://www.eff.org/issues/printers
Topics: Computers, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Literature & Books

Last updated Aug 28, 2008


Junkbusters view detail comment email this

Staunchly on the side of the consumer, this company tells how to decrease the junk mail, telemarketing calls, cookies, banner ads, and spam aimed at you.
http://www.junkbusters.com/
Topics: Advertising & Marketing, Business, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated May 19, 2002


Media Awareness Network (MNet) view detail comment email this

A great site for information on media issues, with a Canadian slant. The issues include children and violence, ratings, cultural diversity, hate, and privacy. Searchable. From a Canadian organization which provides support and education for families and educators in the "fast-evolving media culture." Also available in French.
http://www.media-awareness.ca/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Media, Media

Last updated Feb 27, 2002


myPHR: Personal Health Record view detail comment email this

This website provides consumer information about health records, covering the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), health care record privacy rights, obtaining health records, and instructions for creating a personal health record. From the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), a professional organization of health information management professionals.
http://www.myphr.com
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Health

Last updated Sep 16, 2006


National ID Cards and the Real ID Act view detail comment email this

Material about national identification cards in the U.S. and about the Real ID Act (2005), "which mandates federal requirements for driver's licenses. Critics argue that it would make driver's licenses into de facto national IDs." Features links to news items and reports. Also includes material about the British move toward mandatory national ID cards. From the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), a research center that focuses on civil liberties issues.
http://www.epic.org/privacy/id_cards/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.)

Last updated Apr 18, 2006


Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) view detail comment email this

NAI "is a cooperative of online marketing and analytics companies committed to ... establishing responsible business and data management practices." This site has been developed "to help you safeguard your online privacy" in light of behavioral targeting "technologies that allow advertising networks to make inferences about consumer tastes." Includes list of member organizations, "opt-out" tool for use with members, and links to related material on topics such as cookies and web beacons.
http://www.networkadvertising.org/
Topics: Advertising & Marketing, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated May 26, 2009


Patient Advocacy Resources: A Guide for Patients and Their Families view detail comment email this

"Created to assist consumers in becoming advocates for their own health." Includes books and an annotated list of websites on topics such as medical records, rights and privacy, informed consent, disabilities, and end of life decisions. "Quick Guides" give practical tips on how to talk to your doctor, when to seek a second opinion, and other concerns. Guide covers Connecticut as well as national resources. From the University of Connecticut Health Center,
http://library.uchc.edu/departm/hnet/advocacy.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Disabilities, Health, Librarianship

Last updated Jul 26, 2005


Patient Privacy Rights view detail comment email this

This organization is "dedicated to ensuring Americans control access to their health records" and that "what you say in the doctor's office should stay in the doctor's office." Includes material about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and other legislation on patient privacy, information about electronic health records, links to news and studies, suggestions for consumer advocacy, and related material. This organization was founded by a doctor in 2004.
http://www.patientprivacyrights.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Health

Last updated Jun 22, 2009


Picturephoning.com view detail comment email this

This blog "covers the new world of picture and video phones." Material is searchable, or browsable by date or by topics such as copyright issues, privacy concerns, and pornography. From two French science and technology writers.
http://www.textually.org/picturephoning/
Topics: Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Technology

Last updated May 19, 2004


Platform for Internet Content Selection (PICS) view detail comment email this

An infrastructure for associating labels (metadata) with Internet content. "It was originally designed to help parents and teachers control what children access on the Internet, but it also facilitates other uses for labels, including code signing, privacy," and intellectual property rights management. From the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
http://www.w3.org/PICS/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Social Issues, Web Design and Management

Last updated Dec 26, 2002


Privacy Foundation view detail comment email this

Devoted to privacy issues, this site includes news and upcoming related events. Resources contains a FAQ, glossary, information about Web bugs, related articles, books, and links. The Workplace Surveillance Project contains articles and interviews designed to "illuminate the complex subject of workplace surveillance from the perspectives of technology, law and business ethics." The searchable Legal Database contains related lawsuits.
http://www.privacyfoundation.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Technology

Last updated Nov 6, 2001


Privacy Lost view detail comment email this

Collection of stories from October 2006 examining "the steady erosion of Americans' privacy, whether people are concerned and what impact other new technologies might have on your right to be left alone." Topics include technology (such as email and wireless video recorders), smart driver's licenses, comparison between U.S. and European laws, and celebrities and aggressive paparazzi. From MSNBC.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15157222/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Jan 8, 2007


Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (PRC) view detail comment email this

Information on a variety of privacy rights, including credit reports, telephone issues (caller ID, wireless, employee monitoring), employment checks, credit cards, stalking, junk mail, telemarketing, medical information, government records, and identity theft. Some information also available in Spanish. The PRC, an independent program of the Utility Consumers' Action Network (UCAN), is a consumer information and advocacy group.
http://www.privacyrights.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Corruption & Fraud, Finance

Last updated Jun 16, 2005


PrivacyRightsNOW.com view detail comment email this

This site, organized by Ralph Nader and Remar Sutton, provides opportunities to protect and regain some of your privacy. There are instructions for opting out of the sharing of your personal information for commercial purposes. You can also find privacy rights news and links to other privacy rights organizations.
http://www.privacyrightsnow.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Dec 11, 2002


Radio Frequency Identification and the San Francisco Public Library view detail comment email this

Detailed report from October, 2005 about the "privacy, health, security, and cost issues associated with using RFID [radio frequency identification] systems in the library setting." Includes recommendations to the library and links to related material (in the "RFID Resources" section). Opens directly into a PDF document. From the San Francisco Public Library Technology and Privacy Advisory Committee.
http://www.sfpl.org/librarylocations/libtechcomm/RFID-and-SFPL-summary-report-oct2005.pdf
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Librarianship

Last updated Nov 10, 2005


Real Nightmare view detail comment email this

The site takes the position that "the Real ID Act of 2005 would turn our state driver's licenses into a genuine national identity card and impose numerous new burdens on taxpayers ... [and others] -- while doing nothing to protect against terrorism." Provides discussion of why the Real ID Act should be opposed, updates about Real ID legislation in the states, and links to related material. From the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
http://www.realnightmare.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Law by Subject

Last updated Dec 3, 2007


Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press view detail comment email this

This is "a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal assistance to journalists since 1970." The Web site has news on legal actions involving freedom of the press and white papers on such topics as how government policies affect the public's right to know. Also find guides for accessing legal and public records, medical privacy, photographers and privacy rights, gag orders, and much more.
http://www.rcfp.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, News

Last updated Jul 7, 2005


State Privacy Laws Regarding Library Records view detail comment email this

In order to help librarians "understand state confidentiality laws so they may respond quickly to any requests from law enforcement" the Office for Intellectual Freedom of the American Library Association has made available, online, the various states' statutes governing privacy of library records.
http://www.ala.org/ala/aboutala/offices/oif/ifgroups/stateifcchairs/stateifcinaction/stateprivacy.cfm
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Librarianship, Social Issues

Last updated Dec 2, 2008


The Sun Also Sets: Understanding the Patriot Act "Sunsets" view detail comment email this

"The Patriot Act contains more than 150 separate sections in 10 major titles. About a tenth of the law expires or 'sunsets' this year [2005] unless Congress votes to reauthorize it. The sections discussed and listed ... [on this site] are the most significant provisions that Congress must examine as it deliberates again on the Patriot Act." Also includes links to related information from the ACLU. From the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
http://action.aclu.org/reformthepatriotact/sunsets.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Librarianship, National Security

Last updated Dec 21, 2005


Supreme Court Decision in Reno v ACLU view detail comment email this

The American Civil Liberties Union site with information about the appeal to the Supreme Court to overturn the Communications Decency Act. The Supreme Court heard the case March 19, 1997. Their decision was handed down June 26, 1997.
http://www.aclu.org/privacy/speech/15504lgl19970626.html
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Internet, Social Issues

Last updated Mar 30, 2006


TechWeb Network view detail comment email this

For information technology (IT) professionals. Features industry news covering mobile and wireless technologies, software, security and privacy, e-business, networking, hardware and infrastructure, and business and management. Provides trends and analysis, product reviews, editorials, research reports, career development information, and more.
http://www.techweb.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Nonfiction by Genre

Last updated Jan 7, 2008


TRUSTe view detail comment email this

This is another good, concise site about Internet safety and privacy. Web Users has consumer information including tips on using bulletin boards and chat rooms; credit cards and reporting; identity theft, passwords, and cookies; and more. Web Publishers has a model privacy statement, a newsletter with political and legal updates, and information on the "trustmark" which shows that a site conforms to TRUSTe's standards.
http://www.truste.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Crime, Finance, Internet, Web Design and Management

Last updated Sep 22, 2009


USA Patriot Act Sunset: Provisions That Expire on December 31, 2005 view detail comment email this

Text of the June 10, 2004, CRS (Congressional Research Service) Report for Congress about temporary provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act on "enhanced foreign intelligence and law enforcement surveillance authority," which were scheduled to expire at the end of 2005 if they did not get Congressional renewal. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the Federation of American Scientists (FAS).
http://www.fas.org/irp/crs/RL32186.pdf
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Law by Subject, Librarianship, National Security

Last updated Apr 11, 2006


World Privacy Forum view detail comment email this

This public interest group performs "research, analysis, and consumer education in the area of privacy." Its website features "research, reports, consumer tips, agency comments, letters, analysis, issue briefs, speeches, and testimony" in privacy topics such as medical (including identity theft and HIPAA), workplace, advertising, credit, and Internet and search engine. Includes links to related sites.
http://www.worldprivacyforum.org/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated May 18, 2009


www.PetitionOnline.com view detail comment email this

This site offers "free online hosting of public petitions." It lets you create a petition statement, then collects signatures and comments online. It performs some basic validation of signatures and offers privacy features. The FAQ page gives advice on the petition process. There are thousands of petitions to search or browse, ranging from playful to profound.
http://www.petitiononline.com/
Topics: Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties

Last updated Mar 20, 2002




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