Libertarian Party Online
For
Online
Privacy
"The individual's right to privacy, property, and right to speak or
not to speak should not be infringed by the government. The government should
not use electronic or other means of covert surveillance of an individual's
actions or private property without the consent of the owner or occupant. ...
We oppose all restrictions and regulations on the private development,
sale, and use of encryption technology. We specifically oppose any requirement
for disclosure of encryption methods or keys, including the government's proposals
for so-called "key escrow" which is truly government access to keys, and any
requirement for use of government-specified devices or protocols. We also oppose
government classification of civilian research on encryption methods. ...
We oppose the issuance by the government of an identity card, to be required
for any purpose, such as employment, voting, or border crossing.
We further oppose the nearly universal requirement for use of the Social
Security Number as a personal identification code, whether by government agencies
or by intimidation of private companies by governments. "
From the Libertarian Party Platform plank:
Protection of Privacy
A Principled Stand For
Privacy
The Libertarian Party is the only political party in the United
States with explicit support of the right to develop, sell, and use
computer cryptography in its platform. The Libertarian Party also
opposes censorship of online
communication.
As a political party, the LP is the only pro-privacy organization
that gives you a chance to vote for your right to use cryptography on
Election Day -- by voting for Libertarian candidates for public office.
Cast your vote to defend your freedom: Vote Libertarian!
Related Articles From
LP News
Related Resolutions of the
Libertarian National Committee
Other Organizations Supporting
Online Privacy
The following organizations may not agree
with the Libertarian Party on all issues, but share our support for the right
to use cryptography and opposition to government surveillance. Visit their home
pages for valuable information about threats to your privacy and ways you can
get involved in the fight to preserve your rights.
