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The FBI Can Eavesdrop on You Even When Your Cell Phone is Turned Off

Did you know that the FBI can listen to any and all of your conversations through your cell phone -- even when you're not actually speaking on the phone?

Using your cell phone’s tracking device, the FBI can turn on the microphone in your cell phone and listen to any conversations taking place nearby.

Check out the video below to find out the only way you can prevent this intrusion on privacy.





Dr. MercolaDr. Mercola's Comments:

When reports began surfacing about the National Security Agency's domestic spying program involving American phone companies, I was very concerned there would be more bad news on the way. And there was.

This is yet another a blatant example of the fact that Americans are losing more of their freedoms. These domestic surveillance programs -- on your phone calls, on our bank records,  and now, at least potentially, on private conversations even when telephones are turned off -- have usually been introduced as measures to protect us from terrorism.

It is the typical pattern of the government to introduce a problem, generate a reaction -- fear -- and then come up with a solution that takes away your freedom in exchange for their protection from the perceived threat. 

The bird flu hoax and many others are classic examples of this pattern.

I highly recommend you read the commentary by former NSA analyst Ira Winkler, written in 2006 in response to the government’s warrantless collection of the phone call records of millions of Americans. He points out several important ideas to consider:

  • Warrantless spying is illegal
  • It provides useless information
  • It takes law enforcement agents away from investigating and preventing crimes actually being committed
  • It erodes civil liberties
  • We have no clue how bad it really is
Hopefully, you're as concerned as I am about the whittling down of privacy rights protected by the Fourth Amendment.
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karrus
 [ Joined on 06/06 ] [ Posted on July 18, 2007 ]
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Just to let you folks know, its just not the FBI that can listen in. My local phone company told me that anyone who is a government official can listen in. That covers many people. They can also activate your cell phone when its in the off position and see where you are located. I had a problem with a government official who was stalking me and this is how I found out a lot of this stuff.
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helpingheart
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  Mercola
paleriter - Thank you for the important info.  Stunning, really stunning.

Everything you said makes sense, especially now that everything spoken can be monitored because of Voice Recognition Technology.

Is technology really here to help us.....food for thought.

Article:
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/business2/business2_archive/2007/02/01/8398978/index.htm
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limelemon
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  Mercola
"Freedom is not defined by safety. Freedom is defined by the ability of citizens to live without government interference. " — US Congressman Ron Paul
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limelemon
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  Mercola

We don't live in a democracy.   We live in a constitutional republic.  We are not governed by the majority of the people but by the rule of law.  The rule of law protects the minority from the tyranny of the majority.  We all have inalienable rights that cannot be voted away by a majority of voters.

If the majority of the people want security and is willing to sacrifice liberty, the government still cannot infringe on the rights of the majority nor minority.

Democracy is two wolves and a sheep deciding what's for dinner.

Freedom: Two very hungry wolves looking for dinner and finding a very well-informed and well-armed sheep.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitutional_republic

http://www.garymcleod.org/republic.htm
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limelemon
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Jack,

I agree with everything you said.  It's sad that there are many people who don't know what liberty really is or what the law of the land is.

When the government commits these atrocities to our freedom, people don't know that it is illegal and they don't even mind it.

Ron Paul is bringing the issue of individual liberty to the forefront and is waking people up from their slumber.

"Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it." ~George Bernard Shaw

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amysnaturals
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  Mercola

I have to agree with Jack Brown.  I know it is a nasty habit, but I smoke, and it seems as if our rights are being stripped of us.  I smoke outside, so as to not stink up my own house and contaminate my kids and husband.  What does this have to do with the cell phone issue?  It just means that we really aren't as free as we think we are.  While this article shocked me, it doesn't really surprize me either.  I just learned that there is a posability of the On Star systems eavesdropping also, even if you don't have it turned on.  Think about it; when you are in an accident and cannot touch the On Star button, how can they be talking with you?  Does anyone have any information on this that it is a fact?  I would love to hear because I bought a Yukon that has the system, but absolutely declined to sign up for the On Star.  There is no way in h e double hockey sticks I want someone tracking my every move without my approval.  Help!

  
  
Arizona
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The TRAVEL channel had a show about restaurants and clubs that have cameras in bathrooms for "the fun of it." Personally, I thought the idea was disgusting" So don't think it's not possible, it is already being done.
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Cacao
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Just another reason not go to clubs and restaurants.  Or go to the bathroom before you go and don't plan on staying long.  : )
  
  
Alaskadude
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The good part is, it only works if you HAVE a cell phone.  I don't.
For one thing, they make my ears hurt...

When I moved up to Alaska years ago, I ditched the phone and pagers.  I used to have 4 of them... how lame is that? 

Consider getting rid of your phone.  You CAN live without it.  It's nice.
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Arizona
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Nitro, you choked about  cameras in restrooms. Well, I watched a show on the Travel channel about the very same thing.There are clubs and restaurants out there that do it for fun. ( Personally, I thought it disgusting)
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annapavlova42
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This has got to be the funniest - unfunny thing I have ever heard.  I really laughed after watching this video.

Ok, Uncle Sam, listen away, because you have got a lot to learn.

We really need Ron Paul in office.
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bxmike
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It's pretty amusing to me that  people are so fearful of the government's ability to "listen" in on us. What I am more fearful of is the ongoing attempt by the majority in congress and the senate to control what we listen to each day. I am speaking of the so called "Fairness Doctrine." There is nothing fair about it. We have more to lose if we hear only one side of the story, or not given the whole story. Freedom of Speech is under attack. If the government is allowed to force media organizations on how to run their groups, what's next? Perhaps forums such as this one may be shutdown because those in power at the time don't want us to think for ourselves. Maybe they will feel they know what's best for us.

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bx mike:  It is already being controlled.The media and newspapers are mostly owned by liberals. Have you notice they only report the bad stuff that is going on in Iraq. Until ABC took a poll and found out that people wanted to know the truth then ABC started reported on the schools,hospitals,and the building that was going on. The only way I know this is because I do have family in Iraq. Americans are extremely gullible. I am greatful to be in this great country.

  
  
moo
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it seems that some of you don't respect any opinion that does'nt agree with your way of thinking.   this is after all america..i think.
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Katee Roux
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It is America.  You've a right to your opinion.  You can vote your conscience. 

What we've been saying is that your freedom to express your opinion has been eroded with the current political situation & laws.  I'm afraid, as are several others, obviously, that if we don't change the direction the laws are taking by making regime changes, that our ability to make our own choices, speak our opinions, worship as we choose, & many other freedoms, will be gone. 

You are right (as you stated elsewhere) in that even if elected, Ron Paul won't be able to make sweeping changes because of the "balance of power" set up with the three different branches.  Some of us still hope he can get there, & make some changes.  If nothing else to change the attitude that the people in power are elite & know better than the rest of us. 

You keep on voicing your opinion.  It takes 2 sides for a debate.  Also there are quite a few folks who seem quick to give negative votes.  But it doesn't take much to get kicked by the administrators from this site, either.
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limelemon
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Moo,

We don't live in a democracy.   We live in a constitutional republic.  We are not governed by the majority of the people but by the rule of law.  The rule of law protects the minority from the tyranny of the majority.  We all have inalienable rights that cannot be voted away by a majority of voters.

If the majority of the people want security and is willing to sacrifice liberty, the government still cannot infringe on the rights of the majority nor minority.

Democracy is two wolves and a sheep deciding what's for dinner.

Freedom: Two very hungry wolves looking for dinner and finding a very well-informed and well-armed sheep.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Republicanism_in_the_United_States

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitutional_republic

http://www.garymcleod.org/republic.htm

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Alaskadude
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