What is one of the biggest criticisms of the us patriot act

What country was the philippines declaring independence from in this proclamation?

Using the prompt, which ideas are most influenced by the petition of right? a) common law b) bill of rights c) divine right of kings d) declaration of independence

"but let us admit texas, and we shall place the balance of power in the hands of the texans themselves. they, with the southern states, will control the policy and the destiny of this nation; our tariff will then be held at the will of the texan advocates of free trade. are our friends of the north prepared to deliver over this great national policy to the people of texas? " - rep. joshua giddings, ohio, may 21, 1844 this quote points to what major issue in the years leading up to the civil war?