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The quote says people are wary of the government collecting and storing personal information without a clear, proven reason. It argues that privacy concerns should outweigh vague claims of public benefit.
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Originally said in English.
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About Damian Green
British politician
Damian Howard Green is a British politician and Conservative Party member who served as MP for Ashford from 1997 to 2024. He is known for his long parliamentary career and for serving under Theresa May as First Secretary of State. That post made him the Prime Minister’s de facto deputy, and it was one of the highest offices he held. His public profile is tied mainly to Westminster politics and to his work in government during the May ministry.
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