FISA and Order vs. Freedom Lecture for AP American Government

The video tutorial discusses the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), its historical context, and its role in public policy. It explains the establishment of FISA courts to oversee surveillance requests and highlights changes in policy post-9/11 under President Bush. The tutorial frames these issues within the broader context of public policy, emphasizing the balance between order and freedom, as influenced by thinkers like Thomas Hobbes and John Locke. The video concludes with study tips for students preparing for exams.

What does FISA stand for and what is its significance?

How did the Watergate scandal influence the creation of the FISA Act?

Discuss the role of the FISA courts in the context of national security.

What were the implications of President Bush's actions regarding the FISA Act post-9/11?

How does the textbook suggest we analyze public policy issues?

What are the two variables mentioned in the context of political ideology?

Explain the balance between order and freedom as discussed in the context of FISA.