Unmanned and Dangerous

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Unmanned and Dangerous

The visual below is one of an unmanned drone. Drones are used to target "dangerous individuals 

and groups. However, they also kill many innocent individuals including children. After reading the definition below, click the url provided to view a discussion about this new technology.

Drones are a powered, aerial vehicle that does not carry a human operator, uses aerodynamic forces to provide vehicle lift, can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, can be expendable or recoverable, and can carry a lethal or nonlethal payload.

View the following video:
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The major question is, "Are drones creating more damage, death,and other dire situations more than needed to  protect or secure America and its citizens?"

We will address our concerns by writing a letter to President Obama about the use of drones and the killing of so many civilians including innocent children.

Click "comments" expressing what you learned, or how you feel and think about drones.