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liberty2897
04-26-2013, 11:48 PM
http://seattletimes.com/html/localnews/2020866284_apwadronetestsite2ndldwritethru.html


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Many people are wary of remote control aircraft and possible threats to privacy.

Seattle police had considered using small drones to provide aerial views in certain circumstances, but the idea was dropped in February after community protests.

Washington lawmakers considered a measure that would have regulated the use of drones by state and local agencies. It was supported by civil liberties groups and privacy advocates but opposed by Boeing, which argued it would stunt drone manufacturing. The bill died in March without a vote.
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Carson
04-26-2013, 11:56 PM
Driver-less car next to you on the freeway? (http://www.forbes.com/sites/joannmuller/2013/03/21/no-hands-no-feet-my-unnerving-ride-in-googles-driverless-car/)