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It's not your porn history the government is interested in - that is, unless you run for public office one day, in which case they may suddenly become very interested in it.

Rather, what you should have an issue with is them having information about you that is deeply personal and private in nature. Have you or a significant other ever had to get an abortion? Have you ever had trouble maintaining an erection? Are you one of the 30% of women who cannot achieve an orgasm? Do you have any mental disorders, sexually-transmitted diseases, or genetic conditions? How large is your penis? Have you ever been attracted to someone of the same sex? Have you ever fantasized about child porn, fat porn, necrophilia, etc.? Have you ever attempted suicide?

Most importantly: do you believe that the government knowing all of this about you - and everyone else - makes you safer?




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