The internet makes our privacy laws obsolete

The internet has transformed nearly every corner of our lives. Commerce, communication, education, and civic participation have all flourished in the digital age. But while we’ve embraced these advancements, there’s one area where the internet has done lasting damage: privacy.

The erosion of personal privacy has hit politically engaged citizens the hardest. Today, if you make a donation to a nonprofit organization or political campaign, your name, employer, and, most disturbingly, your home address may be instantly published online. If you’re a judge, lawmaker, or simply a registered voter, your private residence might be posted on a government website, searchable by anyone with a few keystrokes and an internet connection.