Some in Congress argue that they need the time for more discussion, but that’s not true: they’ve had nearly 2 years to address this program since the first Snowden leaks, and they’ve had more than a decade for discussion since the Patriot Act passed. This isn’t about discussion. It’s an attempt to deflect public pressure and water down reform efforts. It’s the same tactic they used during the last reauthorization battle.

But this time it’s different. This time, thanks to Edward Snowden, we know how twisted the government's interpretation of Section 215 really is. This time, the executive branch has asked Congress to reform Section 215. This time, the federal courts have told Congress to reform Section 215. Now is the time for Congress to act—not in two weeks, two months, or two years.

The tide is turning in our favor, but now we’re facing our biggest challenge: the Senate. We need comprehensive reform that addresses all the ways the NSA has overstepped its authority and provides the NSA with appropriate and constitutional tools to keep America safe. Please call right now and tell your Senators that they shouldn’t do a short-term reauthorization of the Patriot Act. Then tell your Representatives that they must vote no on short-term reauthorization too.