Publication Date
2009
Abstract
Once the new surveillance systems become institutionalized and taken for granted in a democratic society, they can be used for harmful ends. With a more repressive government and a more intolerant public-perhaps upset over severe economic downturns, large waves of immigration, social dislocations, or foreign policy setbacks-these same devices easily could be used against those with the 'wrong' political beliefs, against racial, ethnic, or religious minorities, and against those with life-styles that offend the majority.
Disciplines
Sociology
Recommended Citation
Shawki, '09, Sharif, "Surveillance and Foucault: Examining the Validity of Foucault's Notions Concerning Surveillance through a Study of the United States and the United Kingdom" (2009). Honors Projects. 23.
https://digitalcommons.iwu.edu/socanth_honproj/23