The Bush administration hid behind the state secrets privilege to spy on the American people.
President Obama promised change but recent court battles suggest the threats to our civil liberties will continue. Will the Obama administration continue to use the privilege of the presidency to hide unconstitutional actions from the public?
We The People talked to Portland attorney Tom Nelson earlier this week to discuss how a local case of illegal spying could shed some light on the future of government surveillance on Americans. We invite you, the people, to join us this Thursday evening at 6, when We The People will take your calls to explore these questions and discuss your concerns. Listen and tell us what you think.