Surveillance blimp currently up over NYC

[David Farber <dave () farber net>]

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From: Jock Gill <jg45 () mac com>
Date: August 29, 2004 5:08:07 PM EDT
To: Farber Dave <dave () farber net>
Cc: Jock Gill <jg45 () mac com>
Subject: Surveillance blimp currently up over NYC


Dave,

For IP if you wish.

A couple of questions about that surveillance blimp currently up over 
NYC.  I understand it has some VERY sophisticated cameras on board with 
"exceptional" resolving power.  I'd like to know who provided the 
camera and if it is actually legal.  IE:  If this is domestic spying, 
who is authorized to do it and who is prohibited?

Secondly, what does such a surveillance blimp say about our 
constitutional rights to freely assemble without restraint or 
intimidation and our rights to free speech?

Thirdly, who gets to see the pictures taken?  Will they be subject to 
FOIA?  Will they be archived in secret?  What is their fate and should 
we be concerned?

What recourse do we have?

Regards,

Jock

Jock Gill
www.jockgill.com
(781) 577-2888

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