One way in which panopticism has been embedded in our society is through the proliferation of surveillance technologies. The concept of the panopticon, originally proposed by philosopher Jeremy Bentham in the 18th century, describes a prison design where a central watchtower allows a single guard to observe all inmates without Continue reading
How much privacy are you willing to give up? That is a question that I didnot think about often. Privacy is the state of being free from observed or disturbed by other people. I never realized how much of my privacy is compromised for the so-called security of my country. Continue reading
Dystopian governments come in various forms, each with its own set of oppressive characteristics. Totalitarian regimes, such as those seen in George Orwell’s “1984” or Aldous Huxley’s “Brave New World,” exert complete control over every aspect of citizens’ lives. They employ surveillance, censorship, propaganda, and fear to maintain power, stifling Continue reading
A utopian society envisions an idealized and near-perfect community where individuals experience ultimate well-being and harmony. As a firm believer of Jesus christ that itself is not possible. So, my utopian world would not be perfect, but it would be pretty close. In this utopia, I, as the leader, strive Continue reading
Considering what the dictionary says and life experiences, dystopia to me is a society that is full of oppression, injustice, poverty, and suffering. In the crazy world of a dystopian society, oppression, injustice, and suffering are omnipresent, causing a world wind of despair that envelopes the lives of its prisoners. Continue reading
