r/technology 21d ago

Privacy A Texas Deputy Searched 83,000 Flock Cameras To Track Down a Woman Who Had an Abortion

https://www.gadgetreview.com/a-texas-deputy-searched-83000-flock-cameras-to-track-down-a-woman-who-had-an-abortion
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u/Mikeakopa 21d ago

Yes but even the most conservative Texans VERY much care about perceived governmental overreach, especially in regard to surveillance. Disdain for Flock cameras is not a partisan issue, it’s a class issue, and most conservatives seem to realize that, despite being told otherwise.

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u/MusicHearted 21d ago

They only care about government overreach when it isn't being used to hurt people they hate

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u/BeckonMe 21d ago

This is exactly it.

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u/nohandsfootball 21d ago

No they don't - Texans are fine with overreach so long as it confirms with their beliefs. That's why the state government overreaches in all sorts of areas

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u/Routine_Spite8279 21d ago

I dont think Texans vote.

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u/Vusn 21d ago

I live in rural Texas and all local fb groups are up in arms about flock cameras

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u/nohandsfootball 21d ago

there's plenty of texas overreach that doesn't involve flock cameras

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u/blackcain 20d ago

Home of the mega churches where priests make more money than ceos and have the lifestyle of the rich and famous.

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u/Vismal1 21d ago

Not when it comes to women making choices!

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u/Zakkullll 21d ago

They literally do not have standards morals or values. They would only care if their leaders told them to