4 chapters across the catalog
The French Senate passed a law allowing police to remotely activate the cameras, microphones, and GPS systems on the phones of suspected criminals. While the law is presented as a tool to combat crime and rioting, critics raise significant privacy concerns. The hosts suggest that tech companies and social media apps may be facilitating this access through existing app permissions.
Alan Dershowitz on Mandatory Vaccinations, Constitutional Law
Constitutional lawyer Alan Dershowitz asserts that the state has the legal power to compel citizens to be vaccinated against contagious diseases. He cites Supreme Court precedents regarding public health and "police power," claiming individuals have no constitutional right to endanger the public by refusing a vaccine or a mask. The hosts express skepticism and alarm at the idea of the state "plunging a needle" into a citizen's arm.
New Zealand Search and Surveillance Bill, Civil Liberties
New Zealand's Parliament is moving forward with a Search and Surveillance Bill that critics say will expand state power and erode the right to remain silent. The bill would allow authorities to force individuals to provide information and compel journalists to reveal confidential sources. The hosts urge their "Kiwi" listeners to protest what they describe as a "coup d'etat" against civil liberties.
Australian Police Powers, Knife Prohibitions, Civil Liberties
Reports from Australia indicate that police have been granted powers to conduct random strip searches without cause. Additionally, there is a crackdown on carrying knives, which the hosts argue is an attack on Australian culture. They suggest these authoritarian measures are leading to significant public unrest in the region.
