The Patriot Act, assignment help

The U.S.A. Patriot Act 

The U.S.A. Patriot Act has generated controversy ever since it was
passed into law shortly after the attacks of September 11, 2001.
Advocates argue that this legislation is a vital tool required by law
enforcement to effectively fight and prevent future acts of terror
against the United States. However, opponents of the law are concerned
that it legalizes an erosion of the civil liberties of American
Citizens. In your paper, please address the following:

 

  1. Summarize the origins and development of the Patriot Act in
    Congress to include its support and opposition, reauthorizations, and
    amendments.
  2. Select three to five provisions of the Patriot Act that you
    consider to be the most controversial and explain the arguments on both
    sides.
  3. Provide an overall assessment of whether the Patriot Act has been beneficial or detrimental to American society. 

The paper must be at least three double-spaced pages in length
(excluding title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA
style. In addition to the two required readings, you must use at least
one scholarly resource to support your claims.