I didn't want to have to use ubiquitous cameras to civilize the U.S., but it's the only way, so let's get on with it

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Why it worked

The video likely resonated due to its controversial and provocative take on crime and surveillance, using a relatable anecdote about the perceived ineffectiveness of criminal activity in a major city. The discussion of advanced surveillance technology and its impact on daily life also taps into current societal concerns.

Summary

The video discusses the impact of Flock cameras and drones on crime in San Francisco, with a speaker expressing frustration that these technologies make it harder for criminals to operate. The conversation touches on how these surveillance methods can track and apprehend individuals, suggesting a significant shift in the city's crime landscape.

Structure

1Introduction of Flock cameras and drones in San Francisco
2Discussion of their impact on crime reduction
3Speaker's frustration with the effectiveness of surveillance
4Explanation of how surveillance technology tracks and apprehends criminals
5Comparison to past methods of crime and their ineffectiveness now

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Flock cameras and drones are mentioned as tools used to combat crime in San Francisco.

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Noah Smith @Noahpinion Rahul Sidhu @rahul 8/26 One of the most prolific criminals in all of San Francisco tells @adam22 that "crime in San Francisco is over with" because of Flock cameras + drones. He complains that he can't even do drivebys anymore. ... 9:21 AM · 7/16/26 · 53K Views

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Interesting take on flock cameras 👀

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crime in San Francisco is over with. That shit over with, bro. Oh my mama, nigga. That shit over with, bro. Oh my mama, nigga. They gonna issue a warning to every SFPD station in that area if not the entire city, right? And then they gonna start dispatching to that area. And then when they catch you, they gonna catch you. And then they gonna put the drone on you. They gonna set a drone on you. That's about 3,000 feet up and it's just gonna trail you the whole time. And then when you hit a corner or something, they gonna box your ass in. So you're saying that like all that license plate technology that that just is not what it used to be. Nah, you can't do that shit no more. Really? It's a yeah. It's a yeah.