Libraries warning patrons: Federal government may be spying on you

“The plain black and white signs have been drawing stares in the computer room of Vermont’s Sherburne Memorial Library since the beginning of the year.”

“We’re sorry,” wrote librarians in Killington, the state’s busiest ski area. “Due to national security concerns, we are unable to tell you if your Internet surfing habits, passwords and e-mail content are being monitored by federal agents.

“”Please act appropriately.”

“If patrons are alarmed, that’s the intent.” (from The Chicago Tribune)