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In a new episode of Balancing Act with John Katko, former Congressman John Katko turns his attention to facial recognition technology and the difficult questions surrounding its growing use. Once largely associated with science fiction, facial recognition is increasingly part of everyday life and public safety, creating new opportunities for identification, security, and law enforcement while also raising serious concerns about privacy, accuracy, surveillance, and civil liberties. The discussion explores the challenge facing policymakers as the technology advances: how can society take advantage of its potential benefits without allowing it to become an unchecked tool for surveillance or misuse?
The debate reflects the broader mission of Balancing Act, which brings differing perspectives together to examine complex issues beyond partisan talking points. Facial recognition is a particularly important example, as policymakers must weigh public safety and technological innovation against individual privacy and appropriate safeguards. With experience as a federal prosecutor, four-term member of Congress, and former lead Republican on the House Homeland Security Committee, John Katko brings a valuable perspective to conversations at the intersection of government, security, technology, and public policy. His bipartisan, solutions-oriented approach makes him an engaging speaker for audiences looking to better understand complicated issues from multiple sides. To learn more about hosting John Katko at your next event, contact WWSG.
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