The cache of documents revealed by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden disclosed that the U.S. used surveillance methods to monitor the emails and phone calls of its closest foreign allies including Germany, France and Brazil. The revelations have severely damaged the U.S.'s relationship with these countries even though State Department officials have insisted that these surveillance programs have thwarted many terrorist threats worldwide.
No, and we should work to minimize the NSA
Yes, based on information that has come to light in the past 4 years, even allies aren't to be trusted.
Yes we should keep doing this so that we know about any nuclear advances before its too late.
Yes, but only under reasonable suspicion that its allies are harboring or supporting terrorists
Yes, but only with their permission and support.
Not educated enough on this topic to form an opinion.
Yes, as long as our allies can do the same
Sure.... But we should expect the same to be done to us
The U.S. and its allies should be transparent with the information they gather through surveillance.
Yes, but only if there is valid cause to do so
Yes, but we have to let the countries know what is happening and we have to have their permission.
if they seem suspicious, than yes
Yes, it both countries are fine with it
Yes, but ONLY if we have a reasonable belief of a terroristic threat
Are they are allies as in friends and trustworthy or allies because of fellow interests.
only with good reason
the possibility should always be there but until there is proof of terrorism threats it should not be used.
Still have much to learn regarding this subject matter
I think it's best to discuss this with our allies before making the decision individually.
Yes, but far more carefully now that the cat is out of the bag
No, because we should trust our allies.
Yes, but as discreetly as possible.
No, but allies should agree to the same.
No. If we are surveying our allies, are they really allies?
Yes, but it depends on how it's used.
Yes, but the NSA is corrupt and ineffective and needs to be reformed.
Don't have enough info for an informed opinion
Yes, and don't get caught doing so
Only if there is probable cause of suspected terrorist activity
Yes, because our allies likely have similar programs for surveilling us
Yes, with permission from the countries in question
Work together with allies.
This question doesnt specify who we were spying on in those countries like if we were spying on government officials and found nothing that's a problem but if it's just people that may be fine.
Yes, but this should only occur when we feel there is an actual threat to our country.
yes on all allies outside five eyes.
I dont feel we should but I understand why we do
Yes but only with cause
I do not know enough on this topic to pick an answer.
Yes, but only if information that has already been put out there leads to world domination or very high suspicion or a group or individual
Surveillance of our allies should only be surveillance of allied country population, not of their government, though I assume everyone is surveilling everyone at this point so the question seems moot.
If they do and they can’t be upset one other nation Spy on us
Yes, but keep it on the low so then allies won't suspect if we are monitoring or not. Because keeping track of what is said and exchanged is important especially so with other countries. We will also have to explain and justify why we are spying into account so allies won't have to worry or be bitter about it.
Yes, but only if we suspect they are helping a terrorist's nation
yes, if ally gives permission and if they are suspected to be unloyal
Yes, but only with permission from the foreign country so we can do a coordinated strike against the suspected terrorist. It's called being a good neighbor.
yeah, they spy on us too
Yes, if there is undeniable evidence that a threat to our national security is imminent in an allied country and we present it to the given country requesting their permission.
Decrease surveillance, and only if the country allows it.
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