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> “t feels a bit panopticon to require all breeding animals to be registered...” is “panopticon” now fashionable? in any case, i quibble with your usage here.
by clairity 8y ago
> “t feels a bit panopticon to require all breeding animals to be registered...”
is “panopticon” now fashionable? in any case, i quibble with your usage here. the panopticon is not merely a tracking apparatus, but an apparatus of self-discipline. it’s function was to control, and it illustrates a systemic application of micro-power (discipline you apply to yourself) on large populations.
that’s why it was insidious and that’s why it was interesting. you’re losing this interesting and essential feautre the way you throw around this word.
- pjc50 8y agoWhat's a better shortcut for "system of tracking all the elements of a population continuously"?
- tinus_hn 8y agoBig Brother
- clairity 8y agoi think that's just called mass surveillance. but that doesn't fit the situation here anyway. the animals are not being tracked continuously and in every way, but rather, just their existence and general health at a few checkpoints. you are being forced to be good stewards and record keepers of your own bovine, so there are some inspections and certifications of the facilities for example. these animals are usually meant for (wider) human consumption, so you might disagree, but i don't see that as overly onerous.