The Forums: Would you be willing to sacrifice privacy in the name of security?

Click here to read Jeffrey Rosen's article.

The September 11th attacks were carried out by men who had been living in the United States for years. At least some of the recent spate of anthrax mailings were sent from New Jersey. Perhaps the scariest aspect of terrorism is that it can be carried out by someone living in our midst.

The fear of further attacks has led some to push for more surveillance of Americans. Even liberal-minded Alan Dershowitz is calling for national ID cards. What privacy rights might Americans need to give up in the name of security?

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Bioterrorism throughout history.

U.S. Special Forces Enter Afghanistan Listen

U.S. special forces troops are on the ground in northern Afghanistan, according to Defense Department officials. The forces are on a non-combat mission and are working with Northern Alliance forces.

British Prime Minister Tony Blair says the plan all along has been to use more than just air strikes. Who are these special forces and how might they be used in the current battle with Afghanistan? This hour, a look at the military aspect of the war on terrorism.

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