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Re:Encryption Needs a Side Door by WalterSear on Saturday April 02, 2016 @06:49PM (#11413932)
>However, the United States has proven that it is possible to create a society of checks and balances with a sufficient justice system that works in favor of the citizen. Home search and seizure seems to generally go well. Why aren't there groups speaking up about it?

Wow!? What makes you think any of that? Or did you miss a negative there? :)

Yes, I am against the assumption that backdoors are a good idea, whoever puts it forward, and whatever you try to call them.

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Re:Encryption Needs a Side Door by aaronmhatch on Saturday April 02, 2016 @06:52PM (#11413943)
> Wow!? What makes you think any of that?

My experience living in the United States and researching other countries has given me that perspective.

> Yes, I am against the assumption that backdoors are a good idea, whoever puts it forward, and whatever you try to call them.

So, you do disagree with Amnesty International's recommendations for restricted encryption. That's fine, but I hope you also disagree with the government being allowed to enter our homes with a warrant.

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