The Politics of Personal Information

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Set against the backdrop of 1970s and 1980s West Germany, the book explores the intersection of emerging information technologies and privacy legislation. It examines how advancements in surveillance transformed societal norms regarding personal information, leading to new social conflicts within the welfare state. Through extensive archival research and innovative theoretical insights, the author provides a comprehensive analysis of the political dynamics surrounding personal information during this critical period of cultural and political change.