The post discusses the common argument that a lack of privacy is acceptable if one has nothing to hide. It is challenged by emphasizing the importance of privacy in protecting individuals against potential abuses of power by governments and corporations. Comments highlight that everyone has things to keep private, and privacy serves as a safeguard against tyranny and corruption. Examples are given to showcase that today's normal activities might become problematic in the future. The debate revolves around the balance of safety versus privacy rights, especially regarding government surveillance, and stresses the need for legal frameworks to protect individual privacy while allowing for justified governmental oversight.