Secrecy about surveillance lists creates chronic uncertainty and vulnerability for Muslim citizens

Evidence

The secrecy that surrounds these lists is daunting for Muslim American men. They are told they are on some list, but it is never specified which one, creating a state of uncertainty. Some are told their names are similar to one on a “terrorist watchlist,” making these men fear being associated with terrorism. This feeling of being watched but not knowing why or when, makes Muslim American men feel vulnerable. Although all the men interviewed are American citizens, they are still situated on the margins of society because their bodies are monitored and watched. — , Selod, Saher - Forever Suspect_…, 276

Categorization

• recurring: this claim recurs 2 times within its source
• XREF: connects to: Poverty makes Muslim Americans more vulnerable to state surveillance and backlash — Khaled A. Beydoun, American Islamophobia_ Understanding…, 389; Trump’s agenda threatened Muslims through surveillance, registry, and civic repression — Khaled A. Beydoun, American Islamophobia_ Understanding…, 56; Selectee List status imposes layered redundant security checks on Muslim men. — , Selod, Saher - Forever Suspect_…, 230 (+8 more)

Broader Connections

• Ambiguous watchlist notifications leave Muslim men in chronic uncertainty about why they are watched #exemplifies (0.85)
• Racialized surveillance itself strips Muslims of substantive citizenship #expands (0.75) — , Selod, Saher - Forever Suspect_…, 658
• The surveillance gaze denies Muslim Americans the psychological privileges of citizenship #expands (0.70)
• Surveillance of whole populations weakens democracy while failing to prevent terror #expands (0.55)