"The Right to Privacy"

Bill Nelson makes a good argument relating to privacy. First of all, he goes back to the founding fathers and their ideals for this country. This puts the influence of the American goals on the issue of terrorism and the right to privacy. After this introduction to his claim, Nelson clearly states the idea that he is trying to get through to his audience. Also, within the middle of the essay, Nelson questions the legitimacy of Poindexter positions in the government. This is helpful to his cause because he creates distrust in the opposition. And finally, he uses the examples of the Florida dumpster controversies. This sums up his argument helps solidify his ideas of privacy. Overall I thought the ethos of this was well developed and was effective in its goals to sustain the privacy values that have made this country unique.