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“No matter the specific techniques involved, historically mass surveillance has had several constant attributes. Initially, it is always the country’s dissidents and marginalized who bear the brunt of the surveillance, leading those who support the government or are merely apathetic to mistakenly believe they are immune. And history shows that the mere existence of a mass surveillance apparatus, regardless of how it is used, is in itself sufficient to stifle dissent. A citizenry that is aware of always being watched quickly becomes a compliant and fearful one.”

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Book:No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA and the Surveillance State

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No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA and the Surveillance State

The book provides an in-depth look at the events surrounding Edward Snowden's leak of classified information, the subsequent media coverage, and the broader implications of government surveillance in the digital age. more

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Glenn Greenwald

Glenn Greenwald is an American journalist and constitutional lawyer known for his investigative reporting and advocacy for civil liberties. He gained international attention for his role in the publication of classified NSA documents, which exposed widespread government surveillance programs. more

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