TED: How the US government spies on people who protest -- including you | Jennifer Granick

The video discusses the rise of modern activism and the pervasive nature of government surveillance. It highlights historical abuses, such as those against Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the reforms that followed. Despite these reforms, modern technology has enabled widespread surveillance, raising legal and ethical concerns. The video calls for action, suggesting encryption, reform, and transparency as solutions.

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