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What makes you think government couldn't make this problem go away?

• Zigurd 13y ago
  Several reasons: Although the US government sets the pace, it isn't the only government that is snooping. Secondly, many governments will always consider some level of spying legitimate. Therefore it is up to technology and service providers to secure their customers against any and all snooping. The idea that surveillance can be "reformed" is unworkable, unrealistic.
  • grey-area 13y ago
    The idea that surveillance can be "reformed" is unworkable, unrealistic. I disagree and feel this is a dangerous abdication of responsibility. I wouldn't believe politicians' reassurances about any reform, but clearly budgets could be cut, and strict safeguards put in place. We should expect nothing less from our governments, while working to protect ourselves as well.