Quote by John Poindexter

I knew from the beginning that privacy was going to be a huge issue, especially with regard to applying Total Information Awareness in counterterrorism. Because if the technology development was successful, a logical place to apply it was inside the United States.

I knew from the beginning that privacy was going to be a hug

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This quote acknowledges the significant concern surrounding privacy when implementing Total Information Awareness in counterterrorism. The speaker understood that given the potential success of such technological advancements, it would be reasonable to utilize them within the United States. This highlights the challenge of striking a balance between employing effective counterterrorism measures and preserving individual privacy rights, especially within domestic contexts.

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