Investigatory Powers Bill

In the wake of Edward Snowden’s revelations detailing pervasive secretive and unconstitutional government spying, many tech companies have taken steps to secure users privacy via end-to-end encryption.

Of all the world’s “leaders,” one person has stood out from the crowd by consistently advocating the most destructive, ignorant and authoritarian solutions. That man is UK Prime Minister David Cameron.

I’ve highlighted this fact time and time again here at Liberty Blitzkrieg. Here are a few examples in case you need some context:

David Cameron Attacks Twitter Users, Following in the Footsteps of the Saudi Religious Police Chief

Top Computer Security Expert Warns – David Cameron’s Plan to Ban Encryption Would “Destroy the Internet”

Britain’s “War on Terror” Insanity Continues – David Cameron Declares War on Encryption

All his insane ramblings have finally culminated in a piece of legislation currently being introduced, called the Investigatory Powers Bill, aka the “Snoopers Charter.” The Telegraph has done a great job highlighting some its more egregious aspects. Here are a few excerpts:

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