'The Emperor is a fan of Flock': Man dressed as Darth Vader endorses cameras at city council meeting
A person dressed as Darth Vader spoke to San Diego's city council in support of Flock cameras, which appear to be a public safety tool under discussion. The unusual appearance suggested someone wanted to draw attention to their position on whether the city should use this technology.
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2 sourcesDarth Vader Attends City Council Meeting to Praise Flock Cameras: “Surveil the Rebel Scum”
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Man dressed as Darth Vader defends Flock cameras to San Diego City Council: 'This is what the emperor needs'
'The Emperor is a fan of Flock': Man dressed as Darth Vader defends surveillance cameras at San Diego City Council meeting
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2 articles‘Darth Vader’ comes out in favor of Flock cameras at San Diego city council meeting
‘The Emperor Is a Fan of Flock’: Darth Vader Speaks at City Council Meeting
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