How U.S. Foreign Intervention Created Our Domestic Surveillance State
A militaristic foreign policy has real effects on domestic institutions and poses a genuine threat to domestic liberties.
Former Prosecutor: Getting Permission To Spy On Carter Page Was Likely Extremely Tough
‘Those of us in the field were constantly working against the clock … while the bureaucrats in Washington took their sweet time reviewing our handiwork.’
We Don’t Need Democrats’ Memo To Know The FBI And DOJ Need House-Cleaning
No matter what additional facts Democrats disclose, the FBI and DOJ’s conduct is inexcusable and worthy of censure. Here’s why.
3 Reasons Trucking’s New Surveillance Rule Will Hurt You And Truckers
Many drivers say they will have to start taking more risks and extending fewer courtesies to fellow motorists, now that the clock is their boss.
Bombshell Report: Political Persecution Of Scott Walker Swept Up High-Level GOP Officials
Despite concluding a crime was committed during the use of state resources to target Gov. Scott Walker, Wisconsin’s Justice Department recommends no criminal charges.
Why The Victoria’s Secret Shanghai Fashion Show Was A Major Brand Disaster
One expects certain things from a globally recognized lingerie brand. But Victoria’s Secret’s amateurish foray into Chinese geopolitics surprised everyone.
Why The Supreme Court Should Say Privacy Rights Include People’s Data
The Supreme Court should protect our telecom data from being wrongly seized. It should recognize this data as the property of telecom users and require a warrant before it is seized.
Supreme Court To Hear Most Important Fourth Amendment Case In A Generation
Should government be able to seize your smartphone and other private digital information without a warrant and use it against you?
These 3 Student Data Bills Could Ruin Your Kid’s Life
Sorry, but I don’t happen to believe that lifelong surveillance and surveillance-based manipulation of my choices should be the price of a public education.
Why Creating A National ID System Would Threaten Americans’ Privacy And Security
The proposition that the federal government should be entrusted with even more information on citizens is a bit of a high-stakes gamble.
Facebook Makes More Money If You’re Addicted To The Internet And Fake News
Facebook claims to ‘build community’ and ‘bring the world closer together.’ Its actual mission is maximal monetization by exploiting users through monopolistic surveillance.
Why The Russia On Facebook Narrative Is Overblown
When do the people peddling conspiracies about Donald Trump and Russia lose all credibility?
Until We Update Surveillance Laws, Government Can Snoop On Your Phone And Email At Will
While the ECPA Modernization Act is by no means a cure-all for the erosion of privacy rights in America, it certainly would move the nation in the right direction.
China’s Censorship Powers Are Bigger And More Dangerous Than You Know
China’s wealth enables the Chinese government to control information flow, promote propaganda, and monitor and suppress dissent efficiently and effectively.
Why The Watergate Comparison Best Fits The Obama Administration
Is it possible that the machinations in the Nixon administration resemble recent reports about the intelligence agencies under the Obama administration?
Why Censoring The Internet Would Make It Harder To Fight Terrorism
The western world needs to combat the ideology of radical Islamism. But this is only possible if we can promote and protect free speech.
Here Are The Questions James Comey Should Answer
Almost a month after President Donald Trump fired him, former FBI Director James Comey is scheduled to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday.