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A CLEAR Path to the Front of the Line

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The Privatization of Airport Security

This chapter examines the trend of privatization in public services, specifically within airport security under the Trump administration. It chronicles the evolution of Clear, a biometric identity verification service, from its controversial beginnings to its resurgence and explores the ethical implications of private solutions in public safety. The narrative raises critical questions about economic inequality and the accessibility of services that should be available to all citizens.

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