[Harlequin]

You can determine the difference between who is free, and who is not? I want to read your book.

[LanPB01]

Genius, let me explain this to you in the simplest terms possible. The section of the Patriot Act that has librarians all in a tizzy is section 215. It lowers the burden of proof necessary for law enforcement to subpoena records. But here's the reality that the hysterical librarians have conveniently forgotten to tell everyone - all section 215 does is replace a few sections of FISA, which only applies to FOREIGNERS AND AGENTS OF FOREIGN POWERS. The U.S. Code already defines what a "foreigner" and an "agent of a foreign power" is. Therefore, if you are an average American citizen, the Patriot Act cannot be used to subpoena your records.