The article discusses the evolution of surveillance practices in the United States over the past 25 years, particularly following the September 11 attacks. It notes a significant shift from targeted surveillance, such as individual wiretaps, to mass surveillance techniques that involve extensive data collection from internet and telephone networks. Initially justified as a means to combat terrorism, these practices have expanded into routine law enforcement tools, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. The authors argue that this shift has led to a pervasive culture of surveillance that affects all citizens, not just those suspected of wrongdoing. The implications are profound, as the normalization of mass surveillance challenges fundamental rights and freedoms.