Nothing to hide

Memes and Cartoons   —   Posted on August 31, 2026

Question(s)

1. What point is the meme creator making about people who don't care about mass surveillance because they don't break the law?

2. What worldwide phenomenon in recent history supports the meme creators' opinion? Explain your answer.

3. Consider the answers to questions #1 and #2. Do they change your answer to the question:
What would be your reaction to the government's widespread use of surveillance cameras in your community? Explain your answer.
a) I don't care because I don't do anything wrong...I have nothing to hide
b) Surveillance cameras violate my right to privacy. Law enforcement will have to use old-fashioned detective work to solve crimes - not monitor citizens' every move in public places.

4. List practical democratic actions citizens can take to oppose (or support) local mass surveillance infrastructure.