Nassau County exec plans wall of surveillance cameras at NYC-Long Island border

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has unveiled a plan to bolster security along the border between his county and New York City by deploying a wall of surveillance cameras and facial recognition technology. The measures are aimed at countering what Blakeman views as Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's pro-criminal policies, with which he has expressed concerns.

Blakeman has been critical of Mamdani, describing him as "pro-criminal" in an interview with Fox News Digital. In contrast to Mamdani's approach, which prioritizes social workers over police, Blakeman plans to use technology such as license plate readers and facial recognition software to monitor the border.

However, some civil liberties experts have raised questions about the accuracy and potential risks of using facial recognition technology in law enforcement. A spokesperson for Blakeman did not provide immediate comment on these concerns.

Blakeman has positioned himself as a proponent of strict immigration policies and gun control measures, aligning with his Republican affiliation and President Donald Trump's views. He has also been involved in initiatives that some critics have described as xenophobic or divisive.

The plan to install surveillance cameras along the border comes after Blakeman won re-election last year on a platform focused on public safety and immigration enforcement. However, this proposal has sparked criticism from Democrats, with party chair Jay Jacobs calling it "high-tech theatrics" that divert attention away from more pressing issues like road repairs and infrastructure development.

Blakeman is also rumored to be considering a gubernatorial run in the upcoming election, which would pit him against other Republican contenders.
 
🤔 I'm not sure if this is the right approach... deploying surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech along the border might feel like an overreach? Like, isn't the point of having a sheriff's department to respond to actual emergencies, not just monitor people for fun 🕵️‍♂️. And what about people who are trying to make a living here, but aren't exactly following the rules? Don't they deserve some nuance in their lives too? 🌈 Not sure if this wall of cameras is gonna solve anything other than create more suspicion and mistrust...
 
🚨😬 just heard about Blakeman's plan to deploy surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech along the border... what's next? 🤖 this feels like an invasion of privacy on steroids... all because he's trying to one-up Mamdani, who actually wants to support his community 🤷‍♂️ and I don't buy into Blakeman's "tough on crime" rhetoric - it's just fear-mongering 🚫. And have you seen the cost of these systems? 💸 it's like he's just trying to break the bank... meanwhile, real issues like poverty and education are being ignored 👀 and now he's considering a gubernatorial run? 🤦‍♂️ can't wait for that circus to start 🎪.
 
I don't think deploying surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech along the border is the right move 🤔... I mean, what if it's used to misidentifly or wrongly accuse innocent people? It's a big deal for civil liberties, you know? Like, we need to be careful about how we use technology, especially when it comes to something as personal as faces 😒. And isn't it weird that he's so concerned about crime rates when his own policies might be seen as kinda harsh on certain groups? 🤷‍♂️ I think we should focus on fixing real problems like infrastructure and education instead of playing with tech that could have unintended consequences 💡
 
I dont get why they need a wall of cameras at the border... isnt it enough just using cops and social workers? 😕 I heard its about counteracting Zohran Mamdani's policies but isn't that just saying people are bad on purpose? 🤷‍♂️ Theyre worried about crime, but facial recognition tech has probs with accuracy... how can they trust it to know who's good or bad? 🤔
 
I mean, this new plan by Bruce Blakeman is kinda sketchy 🤔. I'm all for keeping our communities safe, but deploying surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech without thinking through the potential risks? That sounds like a recipe for more problems than it's solving 🚨. And what about those concerns from civil liberties experts? Can't we have some balance in how we approach public safety? 😬

I've lived in Nassau County my whole life, and I've seen firsthand how people can get caught up in the fear of "crime" or whatever's trending at the moment 🤷‍♀️. It's always good to think critically about these things before jumping into action 💡.

As for Blakeman's motives, I'm not sure if it's all just a ploy to boost his profile and get ready for that gubernatorial run 😏. Can we really trust someone who's so quick to label others as "pro-criminal" without giving them a chance to explain themselves? 🤷‍♂️
 
omg can u believe this?? they're talking about deploying surveillance cameras and facial recog tech along the border like it's no big deal...Newsflash: we're already living in a world where our faces are being tracked everywhere! 🤯 And what's next? Biometric ID cards?! It's all just an excuse to control people's lives. I mean, I get that public safety is important, but this feels so much like a knee-jerk reaction from someone who's never actually understood the complexities of immigration... 😒 and can we talk about how easy it is for these tech systems to be hacked?! 🤖
 
🤯 I'm telling ya, back in my day we didn't need all this tech to keep our communities safe... just good ol' fashioned common sense! 🙄 Now they're talking about installing surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech along the border? It's like something out of a sci-fi movie! 😂 What's next, robots patrolling the streets? 🤖 I mean, I get it, public safety is important, but this feels like a big ol' show to distract from real issues. And what about all these civil liberties concerns? 🤔 Are we really gonna trade our freedoms for some fancy tech that might not even work properly? 😬 I'm just saying, let's think twice before unleashing this stuff on the public... or are we just too busy staring at our screens to care? 📱
 
idk about this whole thing, sounds like overkill to me 🤔. facial recog tech can be super accurate but it's not foolproof, what if someone gets their pics mixed up with someone else? or what if there's a glitch? 🙅‍♂️ all this for the sake of public safety and immigration enforcement? maybe they should focus on fixing those potholes instead of building walls around our community 🚧🌆
 
😡 I'm so sick of politicians using technology as an excuse to scare people into doing their bidding 🤖! It's just another way for them to label people who don't conform to their views as "criminal" or "unpatriotic". Meanwhile, we should be focusing on real issues like poverty and inequality. A wall of surveillance cameras is not going to solve anything except make us feel like we're living in a dystopian movie 🎥. Can't they just have a real conversation about how to improve our communities instead of resorting to fear-mongering? 😔
 
🚨 Surveillance State on Steroids 🚨

I'm seeing this plan and I'm like "hold up, what's going on here?" The idea of a wall of surveillance cameras sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but apparently it's real.

Did you know that facial recognition technology has an accuracy rate of around 95%? That means there's still a 5% chance of misidentification, which can lead to wrongful arrests and lawsuits galore! 🚔

And what about the cost? The city is already struggling with budget cuts, so where is this going to put the pressure on? I mean, have you seen the stats on gun control measures being implemented? That's some serious fiscal responsibility right there. 🤑

Now, I'm not saying Blakeman doesn't care about public safety, but does he really think a little tech fix is going to solve all our problems? It's like putting a Band-Aid on a bullet wound 🤕.

Stats on surveillance state measures:

* 73% of respondents support the use of facial recognition technology (but only if it's used responsibly)
* 62% of Americans believe that police departments should prioritize de-escalation techniques over force
* New York City sees an average of 1,600 arrests per day for non-violent offenses

Let's get real folks, we need to have a serious conversation about how we balance security with civil liberties. 🤝
 
OMG, can you believe this? 🤯 Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is actually planning to deploy a wall of surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech along the border... like, isn't that just a big ol' invasion of privacy?! 😬 I mean, I get it, security is important, but come on! We need to be careful about how we use tech in law enforcement. Facial recognition can be super accurate, but what if it's wrong? Like, what if they're mistaking innocent people for criminals? 🤦‍♀️

And let's not forget, Blakeman has a history of being pretty harsh on immigrants and gun control... it's like, how much more "pro-criminal" can you be?! 😒 And now he's just trying to scare off the public with this crazy plan? Not buying it, fam! 🙅‍♀️ Road repairs and infrastructure development are what we need more of, not some high-tech theatrics. 🚧💪
 
😬 I'm getting major vibes of Trump's America from this one... Like, what's next? A wall around Queens? 🤦‍♂️ Newsflash: surveillance cameras and facial recognition tech ain't gonna fix the real issues on the border, fam! We need to be talking about addressing systemic inequalities and providing support for communities instead of just pushing more tech. And can we please focus on actual infrastructure development for once? Road repairs that aren't just an excuse to distract us from politics... 🚧💔
 
I don't know about this whole surveillance camera wall thing... 🤔 it's like something out of Minority Report – you know, that movie where they have those fancy facial recognition systems that can track everyone around? It's kinda creepy, innately. I mean, I get what Blakeman is trying to do – keep the border secure and all – but using tech like that feels like overkill.

And have you seen Brooklyn Nine-Nine? 📺 That Jake Peralta character always says he'd rather not use surveillance cameras 'cause they make him look suspicious. Same thing here, I guess. The problem is, it's not just about looking suspicious; it's about accuracy and potential misuse of that tech.

I'm all for keeping our communities safe, but let's make sure we're using the right tools for the job, you know? Maybe instead of a wall of cameras, they could focus on community policing and social programs that really help people.
 
OMG u guys 🤯 I was talkin to my neighbor from Queens last night & he's all about this whole Blakeman wall thing 🚧 idk what to think tbh...I mean on one hand it sounds super annoying but at the same time I've had some sketchy ppl tryin to scam me at the bodega downstair so maybe it's a good idea? 🤔 I just hope they get the tech right tho facial rec is like, super creeped out imo 😳 & what about people w/ disabilities or anyone who don't wanna be on camera lol. My cousin works in NY City & she says it's already got enough cameras everywhere so like what's next? 🤷‍♀️
 
idk how i feel about this new plan for the border... on one hand, safety is super important and we gotta protect our communities. but at the same time, facial recognition tech is still kinda new and there's so much controversy around it, like are they really accurate? what about people with darker skin tones or accents? that stuff can be super messed up 🤯

and let's be real, Blakeman is just trying to get attention as a republican, but at the cost of people's civil liberties? i mean, i'm all for keeping our streets safe, but we gotta think about the bigger picture here 🚨. I guess only time will tell if this plan really makes a difference or just divides us even more... 🤔
 
omg have u guys ever felt like ur rights r bennin gone 🤯 i mean blakeman's plan is straight outta a sci-fi movie but its not even 2 bad 👀 he wants 2 deploy facial recog tech along the border but dont we no how accurate dat stuff r? 😬 like, what if its misidentifed or used against innocent ppl? 🤔
 
🚨💡 This whole thing just feels like another example of how partisan politics can take over even something as serious as public safety 🤔. Blakeman's plan is basically just more Trump-esque "tough on crime" rhetoric without any real concrete solutions to address the root causes of what's really going on along that border 🌃. And let's not forget, we have experts sounding the alarm about the potential risks and inaccuracies of facial recognition tech... meanwhile, Blakeman is pushing forward with it like there's no debate at all 🚫. The real question here is: who's gonna pay for this? Taxpayers, of course! 👀
 
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