Bruce Schneier : When horrific events happen , we look for lessons . He says people are n't good about understanding probabilities and often exaggerate risks . Schneier : After 9/11 , policies were adopted that caused enormous expense and damage . What does that prove ? '' The government was given the power to spy on Americans without a warrant or probable cause.
Bruce Schneier : When horrific events happen , we look for lessons . He says people are n't good about understanding probabilities and often exaggerate risks . Schneier : After 9/11 , policies were adopted that caused enormous expense and damage . The government was given the power to spy on Americans without a warrant or probable cause.