Small Town America Joining Opposition to the Patriot Act
Tumwater, Washington City Council on July 20 joined the growing list of communities that have voted to oppose enforcement of the U.S. Patriot Act. The Council also voted to direct city employees to not support actions that would be in violation of the Constitution. Those on both extremes of the political spectrum voiced support for the City Council�s actions. The city has a population of 13,000 residents.
Sensing the Eyes of Big Brother, and Pushing Back, New York Times, August 8, 2004