[EAS] EFF debunks Wireless Emergency Alert paranoia

[Sean Donelan]

Strange times.  The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is debunking some 
of the most extreme conspiracy rumors about the Wireless Emergency Alert 
system.

https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2018/10/there-are-many-problems-mobile-privacy-presidential-alert-isnt-one-them
There are Many Problems With Mobile Privacy but the Presidential Alert 
Isn't One of Them

[...]
As with any new system that is theoretically a good idea, we must remain 
vigilant that it is not misused. There are many legitimate reasons to be 
concerned about cellular privacy. It's important that we keep an eye on 
the real threats and not get distracted by wild conspiracy theories.