“The right to freedom of association is fine, but why shouldn't the cops be allowed to mine your social network to figure out if you're hanging out with gangbangers and terrorists?”
Book:Little Brother
Quote by Cory Doctorow
Work
Little Brother
Set in a near-future America, the story follows a teenager who becomes an activist after a terror attack on San Francisco. The novel delves into the complexities of government surveillance and the impact of technology on individual freedoms. more
Author
Cory Doctorow
Cory Doctorow, born on July 17, 1971, is a renowned blogger. His works primarily focus on science fiction novels, and he is also an active tech and culture critic. more
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