Social Credit Score in the US?
Introduction
The concept of a social credit score system has garnered significant attention due to its implementation in countries like China. This system evaluates citizens based on their behavior, trustworthiness, and societal contributions. The research topic at hand delves into the potential implications of introducing such a system in the US, specifically asking: What are the potential impacts for society and for public administration of introducing a social credit score system in the US? The findings of researchers suggests that trust in public administration plays a pivotal role in the acceptance of a social credit score system (Liu, 2019; 2022). Those with trust in the government are more likely to support such policies, while skeptics view it as a manifestation of governmental overreach and a step towards totalitarianism. These perceptions could have profound political and administrative repercussions. The significance of this research is evident. Understanding the potential ramifications of a social credit score in the US can guide public administrators in their roles. As other nations attempt to implement policies that may effectively curb unwanted behavior, it is important that public administrators in the US consider the values of rights of Americans. Thus, the independent variable in this study is the introduction of a social credit score system, measured nominally. The dependent variable encompasses the societal and individual impacts that might emerge from this system's introduction. These impacts, measured ordinally, can be assessed through indicators like public trust in the government, perceived freedom of expression, privacy concerns, and societal cohesion. Ultimately, the introduction of a social credit score system intertwines societal values with individual behaviors. It is a collectivist approach to governance that could clash with the US's traditional emphasis on personal independence. The potential administrative and social impacts are investigated in this literature review. As outlined by Mac Sthigh and Siems (2019) and Von Bloomberg (2020) as well Liu (2019) and Liu (2022), those impacts range from trust in government to concerns over privacy.
Literature Review
Liu (2019) looks at the multiple social credit systems in China and shows that in 2014, China's State Council unveiled the Planning Outline for the Construction of a Social Credit System (20142020), a blueprint designed to establish a national social credit system (SCS) within a span of six years. Liu (2019) found that the portrayal of the SCS varies significantly between Chinese and Western media. The former predominantly lauds the system, often refraining from critical analysis. In contrast, Western media represents the Chinese SCS as a monolithic tool of surveillance wielded by big government and typically emphasizes the integration of commercial systems with governmental databases, facilitating automated detection and punitive actions. Ultimately...
…frameworks and theories to see how they are received by the public. If they work in practice, there is more likelihood of their acceptance with the rule of law framework.Thus, the big picture of how the SCS might work within the existing literature shows that depictions of the system as it is in China are not necessarily the reality, depending on which country is doing the rendering and who is being asked about it. The fact remains that in practice, SCS needs to be justified as a working solution to social problems and not just forcibly applied as a theoretical solution.
Conclusion
Liu (2019) and Liu (2022) posit that the primary objective of the social credit scoring system is to foster trustworthiness and commendable behavior among citizens. It also serves as a deterrent against untrustworthy or undesirable behavior by employing what some might deem as excessive public surveillance. This includes monitoring mundane actions like adhering to traffic rules or timely bill payments. However, critics, as highlighted by Mac Sthigh & Siems (2019), argue that such systems can infringe upon individual rights and freedoms. They believe that the system might not adequately account for minor infractions or personal judgment calls. Concerns also arise about privacy rights, freedom of expression, and potential misuse of power, especially in a country like the US where distrust towards the…
References
Liu, C. (2019). Multiple social credit systems in China. Economic Sociology: The EuropeanElectronic Newsletter, 21(1), 22-32.
Liu, C. (2022). Who supports expanding surveillance? Exploring public opinion of Chinesesocial credit systems. International Sociology, 37(3), 391-412.
Mac Síthigh, D., & Siems, M. (2019). The Chinese social credit system: A model for othercountries?. The Modern Law Review, 82(6), 1034-1071.
Von Blomberg, M. (2020). The social credit system and China’s rule of law. Social CreditRating: Reputation und Vertrauen beurteilen, 111-137.
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