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"publishedAt": "2026-03-28T04:00:00.000Z",
"site": "https://jonathanstephens.us",
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"textContent": "They're EVERYWHERE these days. Knew what they are but hadn't realized the scale.\n\n> COWs offer a low-effort solution to departments whose panopticon has a few blind spots.\n>\n> COWs are basically tiny tow-trailers with a solar panel, battery, and telescoping CCTV mast attached.",
"title": "Ominous Surveillance \"Scarecrows\" Appearing Across America"
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