Alex Joel

Alex Joel is a scholar-in-residence and adjunct professor with the Technology, Law & Security Program at the American University Washington College of Law. He previously served as the Civil Liberties Protection Officer for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

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Privacy

Protect Privacy. That’s an Order.

Alex Joel Tue, Apr 6, 2021, 1:09 PM

In the U.S. legal framework, there is ample precedent for using an executive order or presidential directive to limit intelligence activities and establish safeguards to protect privacy and civil liberties.

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Privacy Paradox

"Beyond Snowden" and Transparency on Section 702

Alex Joel Fri, Sep 8, 2017, 11:00 AM

This piece is part of a series on Tim Edgar's new book, "Beyond Snowden."

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