IP: Is Big Brother Smelling You?

[David Farber <dave () farber net>]

> From: Monty Solomon <monty () roscom com>
>
> Is Big Brother Smelling You?
>
> Friday, February 01, 2002
> By Kelley Beaucar Vlahos
>
> WASHINGTON - A new remote sensor for auto emissions being tested in
> the Washington, D.C., area could be either a tool for Big Brother or a
> blessing in disguise.
>
> Supporters of the sensor call it a revolution in environmental
> safeguards, but opponents fear the radar equipment is reducing
> personal freedom from government surveillance.
>
> The laser sensor, which clocks cars' emissions to determine if they
> are in compliance with state standards, takes a photo image of
> violators' license plates, similar to the controversial cameras
> already used in some areas to bust speeders and traffic light
> violators.
>
> ...
>
> http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,44478,00.html

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