Privacy groups uniting in quest to end Obama administration battle over NSA snooping
Spying and Privacy articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Spying and Privacy section concerns how these two issues impact freedom of speech and democracy in general. The modern technology we rely on has complicated the struggle to protect citizens from government overreach, especially following increased concerns of surveillance of domestic communications. Also see our entire section on Election Technology or our articles on Technology Dissidents like Eric Snowden and Julian Assange.
Domestic Spying Protesters Mark Independence Day
Activists push for end to domestic spying programs by marching on Independence Day
Chalker Protests To Continue In Jeff Olson’s Honor
After Chalk demonstrator Jeff Olson’s acquittal, supporters still plan to protest and celebrate. Jeff Olson supporters plan protests in San Diego and Bremerton, WA.
How the US Has Become Hostile to Whistleblowers
Those exposing government spying programs face harsh penalties in nation hostile to whistleblowers
Open Letter to Obama: Visit Guantanamo Next
Open Letter to Obama: You prosecuted whistleblowers who are otherwise heroes for exposing government crimes
Green Party in Ferocious Defense of Data Leakers
The Green Party is coming to the defense of data leakers Pfc. Bradley Manning, Julian Assange and Edward Snowden
Civil Liberties Groups Demand Surveillance Controls
Dozens of civil liberties advocates demand surveillance controls and call for more accountability
Obama Spying Criticism on Transparency Grows
Widespread surveillance discovery sparks Obama spying criticism and growing calls for transparency
How American Democracy Has Suffered Since 9/11
American democracy has suffered by placing our security over our freedom puts security of our nation at threat
Small Transparency Win In Surveillance Case
A transparency for non-profit EFF win In surveillance case opens window on NSA Spying