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I think you already know how I feel about this
A Camera will never prevent a crime from happening. Even after a Crime has occurred, They don't always find the Criminal. They are just another illusion to make us feel "safe". I can understand if you want a Video Camera in your business. a store, bank, etc. But in a public street corner ? If that isn't Invasion of Privacy, what is ? Do we have to "protect" every corner on the planet from crime ? Does it always work ? Who even is watching these camera's ?
Rayne made the comparison "What's the difference between someone looking at you on a security monitor, and everyone looking at you from across the sidewalk?"
I don't know what town you live in, but people don't stare at me 24 hours a day and have it all on record.
If that is not spying ? when does it become spying ? Who draws the line ? Do you trust the government will make the right decision ? Crimes still occur on video. People get shot, people get beat, People get robbed. Criminals won't stop because of a camera. fear is not a rational emotion with them. unlike a normal person.
This is not just a question about "Crime", unless you think everyone is a Criminal. Our nation is overcome with a mentally of fear and paranoia. The 9/11 Hijackers were video taped before getting on the plane.. did it help us that day ?
Yes, It is a Invasion of Privacy. They are just another tactic to feel "safe". It might seem harmless but if we accept this, We will accept any freedom taken away for the illusion of "feeling safe".
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