Unless he was a Russian or Chinese asset all along.
[big American telecommunications companies are also helping]
Somebody long ago, maybe 2002-2003 told me this (way back then). This person was in a position to know, as well (telecom employee).
Of course, that’s about the worst-kept secret for a long time.
Snowden was no patriot. He was a honey trapped IDIOT/TOOL. A true “patriot” would never, ever have acted the way he did.
I am glad he did what he because IMO the NSA and the CIA are corrupt beyond redemption...
History will vindicate Snowden.
There is some obscure law that permits intelligence bureaucrats to lie to Congress in the name of national security. If politicians call on them to testify in public, it's because they *want* them to lie, and the bureaucrats are more than willing to oblige.
I see the Qtards have shown up on this thread. They came early to this one which is a shame as a real discussion/debate on Snowden could be interesting.
Oh, well, maybe the next thread on this matter actual discussion will be able to take place. (There is no discussion possible with people who still cling to the Qult.)
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Snowden did us all a favor. I note that the normal supporters of the surveillance state have showed up to slam him.