edward-snowden

edward-snowden

8/20/2014

link

https://www.wired.com/2014/08/edward-snowden/

summary

This article on Wired.com discusses the story of Edward Snowden, a former NSA contractor who leaked classified documents in 2013, exposing the extent of mass surveillance by the US government. It provides a detailed account of Snowden's background, his motivations for whistleblowing, and the repercussions he faced after revealing the information. The article explores the impact of Snowden's actions on national security, privacy rights, and the debate surrounding government surveillance. It also highlights the role of technology companies and their involvement in government surveillance programs. Overall, the article offers an in-depth look into one of the most significant whistleblowing cases in recent history and its implications for civil liberties and security.

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