It both is and is not different. It's different because of the obvious riots. But it's not different in the long: we should be aware of mass surveillance, beca

It both is and is not different. It's different because of the obvious riots. But it's not different in the long: we should be aware of mass surveillance, because it can affect freedom of association (chilling), and can advance government abuse. Citizens should always watch the government, so that we have a chance to rein them in. Its our government, not the other way around.