Backdoor access means that tech companies would create a way for government authorities to bypass encryption, allowing them to access private communications for surveillance and investigation. Proponents argue that it helps law enforcement and intelligence agencies prevent terrorism and criminal activities by providing necessary access to information. Opponents argue that it compromises user privacy, weakens overall security, and could be exploited by malicious actors.
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Response rates from 23.9k America voters.
35% Yes |
65% No |
35% Yes |
65% No |
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Unique answers from America voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9RH228W 7mos7MO
No, but there should be a process whereby such access can be granted if the appropriate federal warrant is given and ONLY for matters of national security.
@9RBBBSQ 7mos7MO
Yes, but access should only be granted in the case of emergencies (it should not be always accessible)
@9T5V4636mos6MO
Only in the use of a committed crime and if there is credible information of threats that would put lives in danger
@DylanJMcCombs03 3mos3MO
No, this infringes dangerously on an individual's right to privacy and has the potential for serious misuse.
@9SV9J3J6mos6MO
While it could be helpful, it would be taking away privacy and security which could be used corruptly by those in power.
@9PZ2HB58mos8MO
No, the government should have their own tech to do so or give tech companies the option and negotiate a deal with tech companies so that they are fairly compensated.
@B32C7VP1wk1W
Yes but if only if the person is convicted of a crime and the police need access to information on the device
@B2ZVFJR1wk1W
Yes but only if the person has been convicted of a crime and the police need evidence on the accused persons device.
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