Personal Liberty News Desk Email this author.

New study claims FDR’s policies prevented recovery

President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s "misguided policies" led to the Great Depression lasting far longer than it should have, according to two UCLA economists.

New FBI guidelines prompt civil liberty concerns

Some people are not convinced that new guidelines introduced by the FBI in the final weeks of the Bush administration will adequately protect American’s civil liberties.

Government proceeds with spy satellite program

The government now has the green light to begin a limited version of a satellite surveillance program that provides imagery of the U.S. to federal, state and local authorities.

More banks will fail, analysts predict

Congress’ approval of a $700 billion rescue package for financial institutions will not prevent more banks from failing in the coming year, analysts have suggested.

Melamine OK in small doses, FDA says

Despite a health scare in which tens of thousands of Chinese babies have fallen ill due to melamine in their formula, the Food and Drug Administration has said that products containing small amounts of the chemical are not dangerous for adults.

Hospital disinfectants could create resistant bacteria

We expect hospitals to use disinfectants and other cleaning products to kill germs and protect us, but new researchers suggest this practice – if administered incorrectly – could have dangerous consequences.

Report: Few hospitals offer good palliative care

Those who are seriously ill may want to think twice about entering a hospital in the southern U.S., following the results of a new study.

A bailout full of waste?

Following the passage of a revised $700 billion bailout package by Congress, some people may be wondering what made certain representatives change their vote.

Bill aims to protect travelers’ privacy

Legislation introduced by three lawmakers this week aims to create stronger measures to protect the privacy of those who are traveling across borders.

Should you be investing in money market funds?

Investors are continuing to withdraw their cash from money market funds, despite a promise by the Treasury Department that these funds would be temporarily insured.