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An argument propping child abuse as the reason to strip everyone of their right to private conversations (which are essential in the need to balance assymetry i
by andrei_says_ 7y ago
An argument propping child abuse as the reason to strip everyone of their right to private conversations (which are essential in the need to balance assymetry in a government’s powers and knowledge and an important tool for activism, organizing and keeping government in check) is not made in good faith.
It creates a false dichotomy framing the argument in order to predetermine its outcome.
When made by the very powers who are known to seek to punish And remove the people seeking accountability and change, it is very suspicious.
If the government wanted to prevent sexual abuse of children, they would address such abuse everywhere, including among its own ranks. This is not the highest priority of governments. Their higher priority seems to increase their powers.