Senator Ron Wyden, a Democrat from Oregon, is trying to stand for freedom against his fellow Senators. Let's give him a vote of confidence! Senator Wyden, we respect your courage and conviction!
The U.S. Senate was on the verge of passing a bill that would have increased government secrecy, put whistleblowers in jeopardy, and made government less accountable. Thankfully, Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon stood up for our freedom of speech and put a hold on this bill.
Please tell your senators that you stand with Sen. Wyden in support of free speech.
Provisions in the Intelligence Authorization Act are aimed at stopping leaks of classified information but they go too far and would threaten the rights of legitimate whistleblowers and impair the news media’s ability to report on critical foreign policy and national security issues.
Because of Sen. Wyden’s action, senators are now discussing whether or not to include these dangerous provisions in the bill. It’s urgent that you let your senators know today that you stand with Sen. Wyden.
The right to due process, free speech, and freedom of the press are cornerstones of American democracy worth protecting.
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- CuteOldGuy
- 12-13-2012, 05:13 PM
- TexTushHog
- 12-13-2012, 05:27 PM
Good Senator and a good guy, at least on most issues.
- CuteOldGuy
- 12-13-2012, 05:39 PM
Common ground with TTH! It must be the Mayan Apocalypse! But I agree with you TTH, although the issues might differ.
- CuteOldGuy
- 12-13-2012, 09:34 PM
Boy, not many here in favor of free speech. Fine.