Indeed
And the fact that the government would have the power (under certain circumstances) doesn't mean that it'll be exercised.
For the record, though I don't think that there's a right to privacy, I'm in no way a supporter of legislation like this. But if you're going to oppose it, at least get your facts right.
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Enzyme is powered by sunlight, Wed 15 Oct 2008, 14:33,
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Ooo interesting point
you don't think that there's a right to privacy.
I'd take the opposite view. Granted, I'm going on gut feeling on this, rather than having studied the implications for and against. But I think that the ability to carry on about your business without undue hindrance is of strong importance.
I'll also say that I'm strongly against this databasing, and other options that the gov are touting (ID Cards, incarceration without charge). Coming from Norn Irn, ID drivers licenses were introduced long before they started here, for the very same reasons, and did nothing to stop attacks on either side. Internment also pushed more people towards the violent extreme than it stopped. The grim reality is that if there are people who want to do something bad, no amount of preventative measures, will be 100% effective. You need to stop people from wanting to do the bad things, and that requires a more pragmatic approach.
So back to privacy. I'd be genuinely interested to know why you don't think that right exists. :)
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masakatsu best of all the burger meats, Wed 15 Oct 2008, 15:56,
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