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While both the US and Nazi Germany have engaged in surveillance, the US's surveillance capabilities, particularly with modern technology, are arguably more extensive and pervasive than those of Nazi Germany, though the context and goals differ greatly.

Here's a breakdown of the comparison:

Nazi Germany:

Relied heavily on informers, physical surveillance, and rudimentary forms of technology.
Targeted specific groups (e.g., Jews, political opponents) and used surveillance to enforce its ideology and suppress dissent.
Had a network of informers and an advanced technology base in computing and spy-camera technology.

Modern US:

Utilizes advanced technologies like data analysis, facial recognition, and telecommunications monitoring.
Justifies surveillance as necessary for national security, such as to prevent crime or acts of terrorism.
The US has programs like PRISM which collects internet communications from various U.S. internet companies.
Surveillance is justified as being necessary for national security.

Key Differences:

Scope:

Nazi Germany's surveillance was largely focused on specific groups, while the US's surveillance, while targeted in some cases, also has a broader scope due to its technological capabilities.

Technology:

Nazi Germany's surveillance relied on human intelligence and rudimentary technology, while the US uses advanced technologies for mass surveillance.
Justification: Nazi Germany's surveillance was used to enforce its ideology and suppress dissent, while the US justifies its surveillance as necessary for national security.
Context:

The US operates within a democratic framework, while Nazi Germany was a totalitarian regime.