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Flock cameras. The actual protest no one sees

Dan D · 2 months ago

The short version: Dan D spotlights the quiet, decentralized pushback against Flock cameras that mainstream coverage keeps missing.

Our Take

Dan D's video points at something we talk about constantly: the fight against ALPR sprawl isn't happening in front of news cameras, it's happening in city council comment periods, public records requests, and neighbors quietly asking why a pole showed up on their street overnight. That kind of resistance doesn't trend, but it's arguably more effective than a one-day rally because it forces local officials to answer for contracts they'd rather not discuss.

We appreciate Dan D putting a spotlight on this slower, grassroots layer of accountability. It's a reminder that you don't need a permit or a crowd to push back — you need information about where these cameras actually are and a willingness to show up and ask questions when your city considers renewing a Flock contract.

If this video has you wondering what's near you, check our camera map and see how you can get involved through our take-action resources.

This is DeFlock The USA’s original commentary. The video above is the work of Dan D, published on YouTube — full credit to the creator.