
46. The Leak That Changed The World: Snowden On The Run (Ep 4)
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Unveiling Surveillance: Snowden's Revelations
This chapter focuses on Edward Snowden's pivotal leaks from a hotel room in Hong Kong, exposing extensive government surveillance programs, including the infamous Verizon court order. It discusses the implications of the PRISM program, the discrepancies between governmental claims and public perception, and the challenges faced by journalists in reporting on these complex issues. The narrative highlights the global impact on privacy and the ensuing accountability questions within the intelligence community following Snowden's revelations.
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