America desperately needs new privacy laws - The Verge

This article from The Verge discusses the urgent need for new privacy laws in America to combat invasive government and corporate surveillance. It highlights the historical context of privacy laws, the current inadequacies of existing regulations, and the potential consequences of unchecked surveillance. The article emphasizes the need for Congress to act and proposes potential solutions such as creating a new independent federal Data Protection Agency and a private right of action for individuals to sue over privacy law violations.