Organized resistance to WBI/invasive patdowns
#152
Join Date: Jul 2010
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I would like to see the PDF of this, as well. I have no problem handing these out when I'm out and about. I live in Jax and we have the scanners here. Luckily, I know which line to get in to avoid them, but most people aren't that aware.
I'm sure it's been bantered about on here but I think Ben Franklin's quote sums it up nicely: Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty or safety.
Also, if anyone is thinking about doing a mass flyer distribution - PM me. I sell printing for a living and can offer folks who are doing this some extremely discounted prices for a good cause like this!
I'm sure it's been bantered about on here but I think Ben Franklin's quote sums it up nicely: Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty or safety.
Also, if anyone is thinking about doing a mass flyer distribution - PM me. I sell printing for a living and can offer folks who are doing this some extremely discounted prices for a good cause like this!
#153
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It appears The Consumerist has caught wind.
http://consumerist.com/2010/08/tsas-...searching.html
http://consumerist.com/2010/08/tsas-...searching.html
The TSA agent patting you down agrees. You do feel safer.
#154
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 23
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There are now three designs. The first two are revisions of the ones already shown, taking into account the suggestions. Further comments or ideas are appreciated.
1. mediafire.com/?ldcqb1ywhqd1qjp
2. mediafire.com/?ozt1wr0z0y2i6e6
3. mediafire.com/?aczxrr24bys6ad6
There are now three designs. The first two are revisions of the ones already shown, taking into account the suggestions. Further comments or ideas are appreciated.
1. mediafire.com/?ldcqb1ywhqd1qjp
2. mediafire.com/?ozt1wr0z0y2i6e6
3. mediafire.com/?aczxrr24bys6ad6
Last edited by newhaven; Aug 30, 2010 at 9:22 pm Reason: Security, not Safety
#155
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Article from Channel 6 in San Diego today with poll showing 60% opposed - so far.^
http://www.sandiego6.com/news/local/..._Ydv1X0-Q.cspx
http://www.sandiego6.com/news/local/..._Ydv1X0-Q.cspx
#156
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#157
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: NYC
Programs: DL PM, TSA Disparager Gold
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There are now three designs. The first two are revisions of the ones already shown, taking into account the suggestions. Further comments or ideas are appreciated.
1. mediafire.com/?9bo3cgzpzumqklk
2. mediafire.com/?12zaija4ysz9fvv
3. mediafire.com/?kzk6vxa245q27vj
There are now three designs. The first two are revisions of the ones already shown, taking into account the suggestions. Further comments or ideas are appreciated.
1. mediafire.com/?9bo3cgzpzumqklk
2. mediafire.com/?12zaija4ysz9fvv
3. mediafire.com/?kzk6vxa245q27vj
If I may make a few suggestions for improvement however.
On #1, I think the part about informed consent is written at too high of a grade level. Few people who don't have a college education will understand the meaning of "informed consent", and many non-native speakers will not either, IMO.
On #2, maybe put checks in the boxes on the list.
I like #3 a lot, but I would add more of an emphasis on health risks.
Alternatively, what about doing a tri-fold format? This would give much more room for both texts and pictures as well as make it easier to hand out.
I can't wait to print out a few of these next time I fly to hand out.
#158
Join Date: May 2010
Location: FLL - Nice and Warm
Programs: TSA Disparager Gold
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It appears The Consumerist has caught wind.
http://consumerist.com/2010/08/tsas-...searching.html
http://consumerist.com/2010/08/tsas-...searching.html
I foresee a slew of frat boys dressing as TSA officials and offering enhanced pat-downs this Halloween.
#160
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Location: FLL - Nice and Warm
Programs: TSA Disparager Gold
Posts: 1,025
http://dams.rca.ac.uk/res/sites/Show...ohn_Wild_1.jpg
#161
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 23
Great work newhaven!
If I may make a few suggestions for improvement however.
On #1, I think the part about informed consent is written at too high of a grade level. Few people who don't have a college education will understand the meaning of "informed consent", and many non-native speakers will not either, IMO.
On #2, maybe put checks in the boxes on the list.
I like #3 a lot, but I would add more of an emphasis on health risks.
Alternatively, what about doing a tri-fold format? This would give much more room for both texts and pictures as well as make it easier to hand out.
I can't wait to print out a few of these next time I fly to hand out.
If I may make a few suggestions for improvement however.
On #1, I think the part about informed consent is written at too high of a grade level. Few people who don't have a college education will understand the meaning of "informed consent", and many non-native speakers will not either, IMO.
On #2, maybe put checks in the boxes on the list.
I like #3 a lot, but I would add more of an emphasis on health risks.
Alternatively, what about doing a tri-fold format? This would give much more room for both texts and pictures as well as make it easier to hand out.
I can't wait to print out a few of these next time I fly to hand out.
#1: This design can target an educated audience (wiser)?
#2: Not all outcomes may take place. When printed, check a few boxes?
#3: The backscatter X-ray risks are clearer than the active millimeter wave risks. Is there more information?
For a tri-fold format, additional content is needed. Is double-sided printing doable?
RE: 3.pdf - How about using this image instead?
http://dams.rca.ac.uk/res/sites/Show...ohn_Wild_1.jpg
http://dams.rca.ac.uk/res/sites/Show...ohn_Wild_1.jpg
Last edited by Kiwi Flyer; Sep 2, 2010 at 2:13 pm Reason: merge consecutive posts
#162
Join Date: May 2010
Location: FLL - Nice and Warm
Programs: TSA Disparager Gold
Posts: 1,025
I have the usage rights. I can send the email to you or you can contact the person yourself.
Here's the bulk of our conversation:
Same image with different image processing and size:
http://rupture.co.uk/Terminal%204.html
Incidentally, this is the image that epic.org used in their most recent law suit demanding suspension of the nude-o-scope program.
Here's the bulk of our conversation:
Can you send us a copy in the highest resolution that you have...
I have attached a tif file that I am happy for you to use. The image is as received from Rapiscan, the larger images I have displayed in art exhibitions where created by increasing the contrast and placing the image through a barrel scan. For your purposes you are probably better using the original low-res image supplied by Rapiscan.
For your information: - The image was created in 2006 at a security trade fair in earls court, London. I was scanned in a public place waring a heavy gray suite, shirt, and tie. I was given permission, by Rapiscan, to be scanned for an artwork i was creating [ see 'Self Portrait using Backscatter Radiation' - http://www.rupture.co.uk/Self_portrait.html ].
Do you object to us trying to get this image into the mainstream media to raise awareness to the level of detail in these images.
No. I feel that the public should be involved in the widest and most informed discussion about the use of these sorts of technology.
If you agree to let us use your image, do you or do you not want your name or other credit embedded?
I would appreciate it if you could credit the image to johnwild.info. This allows interested parties, like yourself, to contact me.
Hope this is useful and good luck with your campaign.
John Wild.
I have attached a tif file that I am happy for you to use. The image is as received from Rapiscan, the larger images I have displayed in art exhibitions where created by increasing the contrast and placing the image through a barrel scan. For your purposes you are probably better using the original low-res image supplied by Rapiscan.
For your information: - The image was created in 2006 at a security trade fair in earls court, London. I was scanned in a public place waring a heavy gray suite, shirt, and tie. I was given permission, by Rapiscan, to be scanned for an artwork i was creating [ see 'Self Portrait using Backscatter Radiation' - http://www.rupture.co.uk/Self_portrait.html ].
Do you object to us trying to get this image into the mainstream media to raise awareness to the level of detail in these images.
No. I feel that the public should be involved in the widest and most informed discussion about the use of these sorts of technology.
If you agree to let us use your image, do you or do you not want your name or other credit embedded?
I would appreciate it if you could credit the image to johnwild.info. This allows interested parties, like yourself, to contact me.
Hope this is useful and good luck with your campaign.
John Wild.
http://rupture.co.uk/Terminal%204.html
Incidentally, this is the image that epic.org used in their most recent law suit demanding suspension of the nude-o-scope program.
#163
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#164
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I agree about a tri-fold format. When someone is reading the inside, the cover of the tri-fold can be seen by anyone walking by.
So, if you had a big headline like, "What the TSA isn't telling you..." that will grab the attention of someone sitting across from someone who is reading the inside of the tri-fold.
Tri-folds are also easier to leave on a table, chair, etc.
As for more content for the tri-fold, documentation of the claims. Use a URL shortening agent (like tinyurl.com) to list this link: http://www.npr.org/assets/news/2010/05/17/concern.pdf which documents concerns about the radiation from back scatter WBIs.
Great job on what you have accomplished. I am ready to print them out, fold and leave a few at PHX and SNA this weekend since I am heading out and there on Friday.
So, if you had a big headline like, "What the TSA isn't telling you..." that will grab the attention of someone sitting across from someone who is reading the inside of the tri-fold.
Tri-folds are also easier to leave on a table, chair, etc.
As for more content for the tri-fold, documentation of the claims. Use a URL shortening agent (like tinyurl.com) to list this link: http://www.npr.org/assets/news/2010/05/17/concern.pdf which documents concerns about the radiation from back scatter WBIs.
Great job on what you have accomplished. I am ready to print them out, fold and leave a few at PHX and SNA this weekend since I am heading out and there on Friday.
#165
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: USA
Posts: 1,439
Please don't use URL shorteners unless necessary
As for more content for the tri-fold, documentation of the claims. Use a URL shortening agent (like tinyurl.com) to list this link: http://www.npr.org/assets/news/2010/05/17/concern.pdf which documents concerns about the radiation from back scatter WBIs.
We put up with these "URL shortening" services due to limitations of some technology, but in general, they break the Web. Please think carefully before using them. They are generally inappropriate for print.