Doug, If no one has anything to hide, however, would you also fail to see how a state-sponsored video camera in each room of anyone's house would adversely affect them?
Before you point it out, I know the government doesn't have the funds, but do you grasp the principle behind my question?

Do you see why voting by secret ballot is not only nice, but necesssary?

Can you see why allowing the government to deny anyone due process is wrong?

Do you understand the expression "checks and balances" as applied to government?

Do you understand the old question "Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?"* and why it needs to be asked?

clint

*That's "Who shall watch the watchmen themselves?" or "Who is to guard the guards?"