<p>Back in 2001 there was a certain incident on September 11 that lead many people to go OMG! We are doomed! We must increase security! Do whatever it takes! And the NSA was happy to oblige. And on 7/7/05 an attack in London added to the frenzy. I think it is fair to say that these security agencies felt they were given a mandate to do anything as long as it stops the attacks, and thus was the overwhelming attack on privacy moved to a whole level higher. To be clear, security agencies are always pushing the limits, it is in their DNA. And politicians have learned that you never lose votes by insisting on stronger security and appearing tough. - For more go to <a href="https://www.zwilnik.com/?page_id=577">https://www.zwilnik.com/?page_id=577</a></p>
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  <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Fear-Thinking-Sensibly-Uncertain/dp/0387026207">https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Fear-Thinking-Sensibly-Uncertain/dp/0387026207</a></li>
  <li><a href="https://www.zwilnik.com/?page_id=577">https://www.zwilnik.com/?page_id=577</a></li>
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