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43. The Leak That Changed The World: Snowden Hacks the System (Ep 1)

The Rest Is Classified

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The Making of Edward Snowden

This chapter examines the formative years of Edward Snowden, highlighting his rejection of conventional education and authority in favor of self-taught technology skills. It discusses the influence of significant events, like the September 11 attacks, on his decision to join the military, leading to a complex narrative of his motivations and actions within the intelligence community. Through insights into his contractor role at the CIA, and the challenges he faced, the chapter sheds light on the contrasting perceptions of Snowden's character and ideologies.

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