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They tell us surveillance makes us safer. It undermines our democratic rights.
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Werd
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July 1, 2026, 1:10 p.m.
Democracy
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surveillance
privacy concerns
civil society
Democratic rights
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The blog post argues that constant surveillance, while often justified as a means to enhance safety, ultimately erodes democratic rights and freedoms, reflecting a growing concern among civil society about living under watchful eyes.
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