What a world we live in! With the fear of terrorism at such a high level, computer software is being created to help capture individuals with the intent to do harm to others. However, the technology used to help counteract terrorism efforts may actually be labeling innocent people as "bad guys" and potentially causing their lives to be ruined. Having your name pop up as a potential threat can lead to 24hr surveillance of your internet activity, phone calls, and just regular daily routines! This is completely intrusive, and there must be a way to avoid innocent people from being labeled a "threat."
I understand the importance of stopping crimes before they occur. However, computer programs aren't supposed to be the only judges of who is labeled a threat or not. Due diligence is needed to separate bad guys from people simply speaking their minds.
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