Author Archives: Susan Sadkowski
Rand Paul Filibusters the Domestic Drone
Senator Rand Paul initiated a filibuster in order to protest the unconstitutionality of potential drone strikes on American soil. Paul charged that “no American should be killed by a drone on American soil without first being charged with a crime, without first being found to be guilty by a court”. Continue reading
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Protecting Privacy From Aerial Surveillance: Recommendations for Government Use of Drone Aircraft
We need a system of rules to ensure that we can enjoy the benefits of this technology without bringing us a large step closer to a “surveillance society” in which our every move is monitored, tracked, recorded, and scrutinized by the authorities. In this paper, we outline a set of protections that we believe would protect Americans’ privacy in the coming world of drones. Continue reading
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Online Satellite and Aerial Images: Issues and Analysis
Online satellite and aerial imagery services such as Google Earth and MSN’s Live Local provide access to images that previously were not generally available to the public. This increased availability of satellite and aerial photographs on the Internet raises concerns about privacy rights, public safety, and national security. Continue reading
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Drones in U.S. Airspace: Principles for Governance
Both government and the private sector use drones mostly without weapons capabilities. Because of their wide-reaching surveillance capabilities, however, even unarmed drones could threaten personal privacy and civil liberties. As the Federal Aviation Administration develops regulations for the operation of drones in domestic skies, it should consider constitutional concerns and privacy rights. Continue reading
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