WHEREAS:
The Reagan Administration attempted to broaden the use of secrecy agreements and polygraph testing in its campaign against leaks of sensitive information; but later suspended implementation of the directive when Congress reacted; and
WHEREAS:
There are legislative initiatives to:
WHEREAS:
In the last three years the legal climate is turning against individual rights; and
WHEREAS:
The FBI is considering the expansion of its national computerized file to include individuals not wanted for committing a crime but who the FBI thinks are suspicious.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That AFSCME opposes attacks of traditional constitutional guarantees and urges the continued support of individual rights and civil liberties.
SUBMITTED BY:
Peter Benner, Delegate
Council 6
St. Paul, Minnesota