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Broadening FSB powers won’t harm citizens’ rights – chief
Published: 11 August, 2010, 17:54
Edited: 24 August, 2010, 06:42
The head of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB), Aleksandr Bortnikov has assured that the recently adopted law expanding the body’s powers does not infringe citizens’ rights and freedoms.
First, you have to balance citizens' basic rights with their well-being and safety. Rights come with responsibilities. Second, give the police and FSB the respect and technology they are due, so they can do their job. The new problems of terrorism, drugs and international crime require new rules and responsibilities.
A bit like a doctor saying, "This won't hurt a bit." - somehow a little hard to believe.
The Russian people should be very cautious of spy cameras going on street corners and being monitored by the FSB. There is a very narrow line between a police state and a state where the people have the power to control their own destiny. Russia has a very bright future ahead so long as the citizens have the power to make their own choices and keep their government in check. Absolute power corrupts absolutely.
SCARY!...sounds like something out of a George Orwell book?