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Is It Really Quid Pro Quo-Privacy for Security?

A US survey found that 60% of adults would support Federal government access to private databases with personal information on citizens if it would help to prevent terrorism. However, 72% of those responding to the survey stated their distrust of government�s ability to properly manage access to personal information. People are willing to exchange something of value for something of value, but in this exchange what is advertised may not be what is received.

Most Say They Are Less Safe Since 9/11, Washington Post, April 1, 2004