Gout is a type of arthritis that is caused by elevated levels of uric acid in the body, a condition called hyperuricemia, though not everyone with hyperuricemia will develop gout. Although it can happen to anyone, it is more common in men.
USA PATRIOT Act of 2001. The USA PATRIOT Act of 2001 is a 342-page, sprawling piece of legislation that contains more than 150 sections and amends more than 15 federal laws. The law's full name is the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001, hence the acronym USA PATRIOT Act. It deals primarily with combating Terrorism and gives the Executive Branch of the federal government more tools to fight suspected terrorist activity, but it also aroused the anger of civil libertarians.
The USA Patriot Act (PA) is composed of many laws already on the books that are designed to counter terrorism in the U.S. What distinguishes the PA from these pre-September 11 laws is its ENABLING characteristics.or more information, contact the National Coalition to Repeal the USA Patriot Act, 22 West Bryan St., Savannah, GA 31401. www.repealnow.com. email: repealnow@lycos.com. Kellie Gasink is the coordinator of the National Coalition to Repeal the USA Patriot Act annd is the Chair of the Green Party of Chatham County/GPUSA.