3 in 10 Young Americans and Mostly Democrats Support Government Cameras Installed in American Households, Survey Says

In a society increasingly shaped by technology and security concerns, a concerning trend is emerging among younger generations in the United States.

While most Americans across all demographic groups oppose government surveillance in their homes, there is a higher acceptance of such measures among younger individuals willing to trade freedom and privacy for enhanced security and protection.

In a newly released national survey conducted by the CATO Institute, it has been revealed that almost a third of young Americans (Gen Z) favor the installation of government surveillance cameras in every household.

The survey included 2,000 participants and examined public attitudes toward the government’s potential role in reducing “domestic violence, abuse, and illegal activities.”

Are these people out of their minds?
It's like inviting the fox into the hen house!

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onewithshoes · 26-30, F

Privacy and security are both valid concerns, but they very often present as opposing concerns.
I would never want such a camera in my house,
but I'm not at all surprised that different people, being paranoid in different ways, would make different choices.

Wol62 · 51-55, M

@onewithshoes You can have one in my house any day...but who are you going to find to watch it? Study after study has shown that after about 1/2 hr of watching TV you tend to zone out...you probably won't remember 90% of it the following day. But remember, if I am watching your house and your are watching mine...erm...well there won't be anything to watch!