On CCTV systems and human rights
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“A plethora of examples from around
the world demonstrate the tendency
of states to use CCTV cameras and
facial recognition technologies to
stifle the right to protest, expression,
anonymity, and political speech.
Such technologies are used to target
journalists and dissidents, and can
also affect peaceful protesters and
bystanders. As a result they create
a chilling effect on individuals and
hamper the effective functioning of
participatory democracy.”
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