M8D1: Emerging Technologies and Ethical Decision Making
As America moves into an uncertain future many new challenges and dilemmas may arise. The manner in which the government balances constitutional rights in a democratic society and the compelling need for national security will define the US as a nation. One of the areas that will test this balancing act in the future is America’s strategy to combat terrorists and terrorist organizations’ use of communications and social media. In February of 2016, Apple© refused to cooperate (Links to an external site.) with a court order to assist the FBI in unlocking an Apple iPhone© used by one of the San Bernardino terrorists (Sandoval, 2016). The debate continues regarding whether or not communications and social media companies have an ethical and public responsibility as well as a legal obligation to do more in combating terrorism in America.
The purpose of a democratic government is to instill the spirit of democracy, that is: of the people, by the people, and for the people. It is to ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity. However, in an attempt to better combat domestic terrorism, as well as transnational terrorism abroad, government officials are engaging in the use of emerging technologies that blur the line between ethical and unethical.
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
Explain the concerns regarding the use of drones and media companies in targeting U.S. citizens
Discuss the ethical issues surrounding decision making in countering domestic terrorism
After reviewing the assignments, Module Notes, and videos on the Learning & Assessment Activities page, you will have a better understanding of the many issues concerning the many issues related to transnational movements and terrorism.
Please respond to the following:
Do you think there is an ethical issue that arises from their use? Explain why or why not.
Should the U.S. government be allowed to compel cooperation from private sector communications and social media companies? Explain why or why not.
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