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In some cities, it's becoming impossible to be alone -- ever.

Will Leaf, a University of Michigan student who wants the Ann Arbor City Council to prohibit the installation of government-owned surveillance cameras in public parks. It has become increasingly common for cities in Michigan to install cameras in parks as well as neighborhoods to deter and solve crime.

Will Leaf, a University of Michigan student who wants the Ann Arbor City Council to prohibit the installation of government-owned surveillance cameras in public parks. It has become increasingly common for cities in Michigan to install cameras in parks as well as neighborhoods to deter and solve crime.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.