Dear reader,

I am a supporter of openDemocracy. My name is here, published alphabetically, along with everyone who is giving financial help. Please join us to secure the independence and future of openDemocracy as it builds for the long term.

Democracy is an aspiration: it's the idea that people can be trusted to make decisions about their lives without constant and intrusive surveillance.

Just click here. Help secure a democratic media that resists the rise of surveillance and is open to arguments from all over the world.

Many thanks,

Brian Eno

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