Surveillance society

This week we've looked at different ways our liberty can be restrained. How do you personally feel about surveillance cameras and other ways technology has controlled people's freedom? Is this a necessary evil in today's society?
Take a look at this link about how we are being watched. Then, have your say!
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6110866.stm

Simple living

Last class we talked about consumerism as opposed to simple living. Take a look at this site which provides some tips on how to simplify your life. Are they feasible? Which ones would you try? Does the whole idea of voluntary simplicity seem inappropriate in our context? Have your say!
http://zenhabits.net/2007/09/simple-living-manifesto-72-ideas-to-simplify-your-life/

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