Surveillance can be both beneficial and harmful from "summary" of We See It All by Jon Fasman
Surveillance, like any tool, is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can provide valuable information that leads to the prevention of crimes and the apprehension of criminals. In 'We See It All', examples abound of how surveillance has been instrumental in tracking down suspects and thwarting terrorist plots. The ability to monitor public spaces and track individuals' movements can be a powerful tool in the hands of law enforcement agencies. However, the same surveillance that can be beneficial in preventing crime can also be harmful when it infringes on individuals' privacy rights. The book highlights numerous instances where surveillance has been used to track innocent citizens, invade their personal lives, and chill free speech. The line between protecting public safety and violating civil liberties can become blurred when surveillance is unchecked and unregulated. Moreover, the data ...
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