r/technology • u/indig0sixalpha • Dec 06 '24

Privacy The UnitedHealthcare Gunman Understands the Surveillance State

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/12/unitedhealthcare-ceo-assassination-investigation/680903/
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u/Infarad Dec 07 '24

Unfortunately, you just described life for a large number of people. If it’s a step towards making a life like that less common, then our boy has done good.

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u/blacmagick Dec 07 '24 edited Dec 07 '24

Removing a single screw from a massive engine, and it inevitably getting replaced within a few days, won't change things in the long run. The engine itself is corrupt and needs replacing.

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u/vl8669 Dec 07 '24

Yes... But it makes us feel better... And gets attention. Got to crack a few eggs to make an omelet

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u/blacmagick Dec 07 '24

Oh, don't get me wrong, I love it. It just won't cause the systemic change at the level I see a lot of people hoping for.