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Originally Posted by MarchHare
Exactly! If you have nothing illegal to hide, what's the big deal if the border guards seize your computer and search through all your files. Civil liberties are over-rated, amirite?
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Amen, brutha!
I have seen both sides of the argument and, frankly, I'm torn. To think you can just waltz across an international border without scrutiny is obviously erroneous. On the other hand, "cavity searches for all" is not a policy I see myself getting behind. There needs to be a balance no doubt.
If you have a beef with broad, arbitrary powers granted to border guards with seemingly no recourse or checks and balances to hold them accountable then I think I am onside with you. If, on the other hand, you are advocating for a difference in the application of these powers to your computer versus your luggage then I'm not sure I agree.