“It is often contended that a counterintelligence officer or intelligence analyst, if not the policymaker himself, must have every possible bit of information about a subject because it might provide an important piece of the larger picture. In that …show more content…
If one were to read FISA word for word and accept all the words for their strict definitions, it would not appear to be so outstanding. It is once one realizes the application and implications of FISA that it demonstrates the government's true power and authority. This is why sociological jurisprudence is applicable because FISA’s realm is best demonstrated through its application. However, I believe the divide between the law in the books versus the law in action has widened too far regarding FISA. I believe major reforms would be necessary to bring FISA into compliance with our Constitution. This would be no easy-undertaking though. Just the mere skim of the surface causes significant challenges as outlined in The Brennan Centers Article which