American Privacy Emergency

Here are key points to consider:

• Concerns over data protection are growing in the US.
• Legislators are being called to take action to address the issue.
• Corporate influence is seen as a major obstacle to change.

The Current State of Affairs

The Internet’s Verdict: 70% Hyped, 30% Skeptical

Public Opinion and Corporate Influence

One major issue is the influence of corporate donations on politicians. As one commenter noted:

One of my favorite recently learned facts about Congress: Federally mandated parental leave (paternity and maternity leave) polls at about 80% in favor with the US adult population.

Another commenter pointed out the importance of contacting legislators:

What is the political goal behind this directive? I assume there is some completely non-subtle purpose, but I can’t tell what it is.

It’s clear that the relationship between capital and state is a significant concern. As another commenter said:

In china, the state manages capital. In this country, capital manages the state.

Focus Keyword: US Privacy