Epic article- This was an interesting article to read. I feel that in terms of the public's personal rights versus helping protect the public from terrorist attacks we must have a balance between the two. Because as is shown by numerous examples on the Epic terrorism awareness website, people abuse the powers they have. Those voted into positions of power can more easily be bought out by companies willing to invest in the new security technology because these companies fund their campaigns. But, we must all be mindful that striving towards a balance will protect peoples rights as well as their safety.
No place to hide site- I read the interviews and the one with John Ashcroft was fascinating. I appreciated his quote about September 11, 2001 that "many Americans had thought we were insulated by the great oceans." Many people felt this as true and did not believe that anyone could organize and plan out such a terrible crime. And that's why right after it, there was so much fear and a push to keep the public "safe" and expand the rights of other organizations.
Youtube- could not access it
Hi Priya,
ReplyDeleteAs you mentioned when dealing with the global economy and national security borders do not apply. Many Americans did have a false sense of security and now must face realistic perspectives.