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How Does Panopticon Theory Explain Surveillance? - We Are Liberal
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2:14How Does Panopticon Theory Explain Surveillance? Have you ever wondered how modern societies use surveillance to influence behavior and maintain control? In this insightful video, we’ll explain how the concept of the Panopticon helps us understand surveillance today. We’ll start by exploring the origins of the Panopticon, a prison design created by Jeremy Bentham, and how it was intended to encourage good behavior through constant observation.
Next, we’ll discuss how philosopher Michel Foucault expanded this idea to describe how contemporary institutions—such as governments, workplaces, and social media platforms—use surveillance to shape individual actions without direct enforcement. We’ll examine how this form of control creates a sense of being watched, leading people to regulate their own behavior, often without realizing it.
We’ll also look at the implications for personal privacy and freedom in liberal societies, where the balance between security and individual rights is constantly challenged. The importance of transparency, privacy laws, and public debate in maintaining this balance will be highlighted.
Whether you’re interested in political philosophy, privacy rights, or the future of social control, this video provides a clear understanding of how surveillance functions as a tool of power in today’s digital age. Join us to learn more about this fascinating topic and subscribe for more discussions on society and liberty.
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