Today's heated discussion was regarding the facial recognition (biometrics) software that was utilized at the NFL Superbowl venue in 2001. We formed logical arguments both for and against the use of biometrics at the event in order to search for criminals and terrorists. First, I wonder how we define a "criminal" that would be monitored or removed from the sporting event. Is it for outstanding warrants, those who committed violent crimes... or is that profiling and discrimination? As a society, if biometrics actually identifies and results in the apprehension of a known terrorist, does the potential prevention of a terrorist act justify the means? Do we honestly believe that the government doesn't have tools to already watch us and what we do?
So, you might be able to imagine how this resulted in some highly emotional and engaging conversations tonight. What do you believe in?
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