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Originally posted by NGC2736
Even if not formally invoked, martial law was imposed on 9/11. The grounding of planes, by presidential order was the use of martial law, because the right of free travel was not allowed.
Granted, there was a good reason at the time. But to say that it was not used is untrue. An order to act in any manner that abridges any of our Constitutional rights is at the least an act of martial law, formal statement or not.
Originally posted by NGC2736
I agree that this grounding of planes was needed on 9/11, and that no long term abuse of the action was followed.
I was just pointing out that it was, in fact, an act of martial law.
Originally posted by Amelie
If they declared Marshall Law, would the congress still have been able to pass the Patriot Act?? Marshall Law might mobilize the populous or have unforeseen outcomes, maintaining the semblance of government keeps people in there place.
[edit on 13-6-2007 by Amelie]