(As opposed to a short sunset, needing to be renewed.)
Newt tells us he spent “years studying” the question.
Newt says there are differences between criminal law and war time actions.
Ron Paul says this is a matter of law and order and crime. Ron Paul says the Patriot Act infringes on our liberty.
Newt is in favor of the Patriot Act—says no specific thing in there he disagrees with.
Paul says early Founders said not to sacrifice liberty for security. Gets applause.