It is fair to claim Apple's letter to consumers is polarizing. One side argues for protection of privacy and commends Apple's stand, while the other side argues for surrender of privacy in the interest of the common good. The argument is stirred by emotion. Which is more valuable, personal freedom or public safety? Is is possible the FBI used the court of public opinion and pushed Apple consumers' post 9/11 buttons to force Apple's hand?
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| Source: National Journal |
In the wake of terrorist tragedy, it is reasonable to quickly answer, "public safety, of course." However, Apple is defending it's customers right to privacy protected under the fourth amendment.
Considering the data tracking collected by companies, do consumers sign away right to privacy, Fourth Amendment? Considering previous articles on how behavior is altered when one is aware of monitoring, are consumers voluntarily surrendering rights to free speech, First Amendment?
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