Government surveillance is on the rise from "summary" of The Future of Violence - Robots and Germs, Hackers and Drones by Benjamin Wittes,Gabriella Blum
Government surveillance is becoming increasingly prevalent in the modern world. With advancements in technology, governments are now able to monitor their citizens more effectively than ever before. This has raised concerns about privacy and civil liberties, as individuals worry about the extent to which their personal information is being collected and analyzed. Surveillance programs have expanded in scope, utilizing tools such as drones, facial recognition software, and social media monitoring to track individuals' movements and activities. This widespread surveillance has the potential to infringe upon the rights of citizens, as their every move is being watched and recorded. The rise of government surveillance is driven by a desire for increased security in an uncertain world. In the face of evolving threats such as terrorism and cyber attacks, governments ar...
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