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“Many of the benefits from keeping terrorism fear levels high are obvious. Private corporations suck up massive amounts of Homeland Security cash as long as that fear persists, while government officials in the National Security and Surveillance State can claim unlimited powers and operate with…” quote by Glenn Greenwald
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“Many of the benefits from keeping terrorism fear levels high are obvious. Private corporations suck up massive amounts of Homeland Security cash as long as that fear persists, while government officials in the National Security and Surveillance State can claim unlimited powers and operate with unlimited secrecy and no accountability.”

Glenn Greenwald

About This Quote

Source Article: The Intercept, 2018

High fear of terrorism fuels lucrative security spending, benefiting corporations and expanding state power.

In simple terms: Fear drives profit and unchecked authority.

Key Takeaway

Demand transparency and accountability.

Themes

politics security economics

Mood

critical concerned

Type

analytical advocacy

When to use this quote

  • budget hearings
  • public protests
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

surveillance corporate influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can citizens curb excessive fear?
  • What checks limit secret powers?
A Different Perspective

Security measures may protect lives.

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