NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden: 'I don't want to live in a society that does these sort of things'
The Guardian・2 minutes read
Edward Snowden worked at the NSA and became a whistleblower to expose the American surveillance state's collection and analysis of all communications. He emphasized the need for public awareness and involvement in decisions about surveillance programs to ensure transparency and accountability in government actions.
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- Edward Snowden, a former NSA employee, transitioned from observing abuses to becoming a whistleblower due to accumulating disturbing information over time.
- Snowden stresses the significance of public awareness and involvement in surveillance decisions, pointing out the dangers of mass surveillance in creating suspicion and control, even for innocent individuals.
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Recent questions
Who is Edward Snowden?
Edward Snowden is a former NSA contractor turned whistleblower.
Why did Edward Snowden become a whistleblower?
Snowden became a whistleblower due to accumulating disturbing information.
What risks did Edward Snowden face?
Snowden faced risks such as threats and coercion from intelligence agencies.
What did Edward Snowden reveal?
Snowden revealed classified information about the American surveillance state.
Why did Edward Snowden emphasize public awareness?
Snowden emphasized public awareness to involve individuals in surveillance decisions.
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