Which way do you fall, or lean, on this balance?

Choose a particular title or section within the USA PATRIOT Act that you think is most controversial. Discuss the issue as you see it, and explain your viewpoint within the context of balancing national security and the privacy rights of individuals.
Which way do you fall, or lean, on this balance?
Now consider and explain “going dark” in light of the PATRIOT Act and the impact of technology on the ability (regardless of legality) to gather intelligence.
In your view, should the private sector and individuals have this capability relative to the state’s lawful security concerns?