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U.S. Universities Deploy Military Surveillance Against Protests

7/10/2025

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Universities Surveillance Protests

U.S. universities are turning to military-grade surveillance tools to keep an eye on pro-Palestinian protests, with companies like ShadowDragon leading the charge. This alarming trend mirrors oppressive tactics from the past, igniting fears over civil liberties. Activists contend that these measures aim to stifle dissent, reminiscent of strategies used by authoritarian governments.

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Universities Surveillance Protests

U.S. universities are turning to military-grade surveillance tools to keep an eye on pro-Palestinian protests, with companies like ShadowDragon leading the charge. This alarming trend mirrors oppressive tactics from the past, igniting fears over civil liberties. Activists contend that these measures aim to stifle dissent, reminiscent of strategies used by authoritarian governments.

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