#434 | Edward Snowden | American Patriot or Traitor?

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He is probably the most famous whistleblower in the world after
having leaked vast amounts of sensitive US government information
back in 2013.  


In this episode, we'll be telling the story of Edward Snowden,
asking ourselves whether he is a great American patriot or a
traitor.  


Edward Snowden's background and early life

Snowden's disillusionment with the CIA and government
practices

Snowden's decision to leak classified information

Size and significance of the leaked data

Snowden's escape to Hong Kong and the publication of
revelations

Impact of Snowden's leaks on global surveillance debate

Two contrasting perspectives on Snowden: hero or traitor

Snowden's asylum in Russia and ongoing impact on privacy laws

Changes and debates triggered by Snowden's revelations

Unanswered questions about the role and protection of
whistleblowers




 Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary
available on the website:
https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/edward-snowden


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