Surveillance and freedom are linked. The problem I see with your post is that you're unable to connect the two or see the wider picture. It shouldn't be a surprise considering the years we've debated on here at Arsenal and Wenger. It's as if you have to see it in front of you before believing. Ironic considering your faith. As NQ's post points out, you're on the side that don't realise what they've signed up to until it has a direct consequences. Also, if the Bible says nobody knows when wheb judgement day is, how you can be so confident that you won't see a 1984 scenerio in your lifetime? How do you know it won't ever become illegal for you to go to church despite the Bible saying all Christians will be persecuted for what they believe?