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 277 BN voters.
58% Yes |
42% No |
58% Yes |
42% No |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 277 BN voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 277 BN voters.
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Unique answers from BN voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9Q4WCJB8mos8MO
Yes, as long as the government can provide significant, tangible evidence that all other conventional methods have been exhausted
@9MWR5QR10mos10MO
Yes, only when significant evidence suggests a risk to national security and safety.
@9PXL2XK 8mos8MO
Yes, but should have a separate division of the government that is bound by confidentiality and can only use information that clearly indicates criminal activity that’s verified by multiple impartial parties to insure information from communications isn’t being used incorrectly
@9Q2PZ3S 8mos8MO
Only with a court order/warrant in extreme cases such as the need to thwart a violent act against innocent civilians. The proof required would need to be substantial as this power could be seriously abused.
@B3H865Q6 days6D
No, but if the government has undeniable reasons why, then the tech company should be able to give them access to limited parts.
@B2Q67G41mo1MO
I really think that that the companies should use their gut instinct to know that they’re doing something wrong by not being transparent to the government. It is not transparent if the companies are not telling the government what they are doing and what is really going on around in the company. If the companies don’t be transparent, it would be bad.
@B2L227N1mo1MO
Yes but only if there is a reason to do so, any government official who abuses it will face criminal charges
@B25TFRQ3mos3MO
Yes, but there should be strict rules for it's usage and an independent agency to ensure it is used properly
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