Surveillance Technologies

As a direct result of the September 11 terrorist attacks, both government and law enforcement officials have implemented surveillance technologies designed to deter future terrorist attacks. Officials continue to scrutinize whether the implementation of these technologies will in fact prevent another national tragedy. As a nation, we are now faced with the reality of having to sacrifice individual rights and liberties to facilitate the Government’s use of surveillance technologies. Proponents of these technologies argue that foregoing rights and privileges is a necessary consequence to combat the threat of terrorism and ensure our continued freedom. It is my contention that surveillance technologies will hinder the very freedoms of contemporary society that they are intended to protect. The propensity for abuse of these technologies will directly compromise our stakes on freedom and due process, and in turn adversely affect the stability of our democratic society.
Prior to Sep...