Airport Security:
Increased Safety Need Not Come at the Expense of Civil Liberties
- New security proposals must be genuinely effective, rather than creating a false sense of security;
- The level of intrusion – the degree to which a proposed measure invades privacy should reflect the level of risk.
- Security measures should be implemented in a non-discriminatory manner. Travelers should not be subjected to intrusive searches or questioning based on race, ethnic origin or religion.
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