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My daughter is studying sociology and once in a while she sends me something she thinks I might be interested in.   The design of the Panopticon was one of  her recent offerings and I find the concept so diabolical I cannot help but share it with you. At times a popular concept in prison architecture, the panopticon allows for a central tower with 360 degree visual access to all inmates.  The presence of a powerful light (but reflective or tinted glass would also do the trick) emanates from the watchtower.   Blinded by this light, it would be impossible for the inmates to tell whether there was someone watching them.Read More →