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February 20, 2006
Privacy on paper
The Los Angeles Times reports (registered login) today that a year after being formally established, a federal committee meant to ensure privacy and civil liberties has never met. The Senate Judiciary Committee took steps last week to get the ball rolling by approving two Bush-nominated lawyers to the panel. It could be months before anything else happens. Critics say the lack of activity demonstrates the Bush administration's lack of commitment to civil liberties.
"They have stalled in giving the board adequate funding. They have stalled in making appointments," said Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney (D-N.Y.). "It is apparent they are not taking this seriously."
Posted by Laura McGann at February 20, 2006 07:37 AM
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