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NSA director says agency is "trying to protect Americans"

The director of the National Security Agency defended the collection of telephone and internet data, saying he's "trying to protect Americans." General Keith Alexander said the two classified programs recently revealed by leaks are essential for U.S. security. Bob Orr reports.
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