In 2018, there were an estimated 70 million surveillance cameras in use in the United States. Look around, and you'll notice these devices posted almost everywhere! Cameras on front porches, along busy highways, and in stores, sports facilities, bank lobbies, hospitals, and transportation hubs. The purpose of these cameras is to keep people and property safe by preventing crimes and aiding law enforcement. But consider the issue of personal privacy. Most people don't realize they are caught on camera dozens of times Lach day. The efficacy of security cameras boils down to this question:

Question

In 4 sentences in a 7th grader’s response

Does video surveillance make you feel safe or spied on? And why

I chose that video surveillance it makes you feel safe based of what I read above

Answer 1

I believe video surveillance makes me feel safe because it helps to prevent crimes and keeps people and property secure. Knowing that cameras are everywhere can discourage bad behavior and make neighborhoods safer. When I see a camera, I think it can help the police if something bad happens. Although it might feel like we're being watched, I feel reassured that there's a system in place to protect us.