re: The NSA existed before the Patriot Act, bless your hearts if you think PAct caused spying

Such a dumb arse and lame arse excuse. And that opens a can of worms, they label everything “national security” and violate our constitutional and human rights. Are you familiar with the forth amendment? Probable cause? Honest question… Because if there is probable cause that an individual or organization is a threat to national security, then get a warrant the right way and investigate. Blanket spying on law biding citizens is unconstitutional and illegal!