Patriotism/Edward Snowden
Intstitution:
Edward Snowden, 30, well-known for his previous job as a contractor in the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), is presently living in Russia since his escape from the United States via Hong Kong, due to a revelation of extensive internet and phone surveillance carried out by U.S. intelligence. He used to live with his girlfriend in Hawaii, but after the revelation, initially left for Hong Kong, where his identity got public through UK's Guardian newspaper, with his consent. The U.S., as they filed charges, asked local officials for his deportation. Snowden thus left Hong Kong on 23rd June primarily for Moscow, but with the intent of seeking refuge in Ecuador (BBC News, 2013).
Background
As reported, Edward Snowden was brought up in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and then moved to Maryland later, near the headquarters of NSA at Fort Meade. He joined the U.S. Army in 2003, but had to leave his training with the Special Forces after breaking both his legs accidentally. He initially worked as a security guard at NSA, and later on IT security at CIA (Central Intelligence Agency). It is said that his rapid growth through intelligence ranks was due to his computer expertise. Later, he acquired a CIA post with diplomatic cover in Geneva,...
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