Digitized Honors Theses (2002-2017)

Date of Award

5-2003

Document Type

Undergraduate Thesis

Degree Name

BA

Faculty Mentor

Dennis Krystek, Ph.D.

Advisor(s)

Robert Barrow, Ph.D., Keith Nicholls, Ph.D.

Abstract

In light of the September 11th tragedy and the ensuing "War on Terrorism", Americans have developed a new mode of thinking when it comes to security. The events of that tragic day have brought the American public to the recognition that we are still susceptible to even the most heinous crimes that could be committed against humanity. Furthermore, we have realized that security comes with certain costs, not the least of which is privacy. As law enforcement pushes the boundaries of technology, the issue of privacy in regards to the use of this sometimes- probing technology necessarily must be addressed. While most political scientists would agree that Americans are willing to give up at least a little privacy in exchange for a more secure society, little research has been done to test exactly what they would give up. This project will examine specific freedoms that Americans may or may not be willing to give up for a more secure society.

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© 2003 Scott David Stevens ALL RIGHT RESERVED

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