Gore’s Speech Summarized

A special counsel should immediately be appointed by the Attorney General.

Second, new whistleblower protections should immediately be established for members of the Executive Branch who report evidence of wrongdoing.

Third, both Houses of Congress should hold comprehensive hearings into these serious allegations of criminal behavior.

Fourth, the extensive new powers requested by the Executive Branch in its proposal to extend and enlarge the Patriot Act should, under no circumstances be granted.

Fifth, any telecommunications company that has provided the government with access without a warrant…should immediately cease and desist.