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Showing Original Post only (View all)Snowden DU Cognitive Dissonance Syndrome [View all]
I can't help but wonder if some of the reflexive Snowden-bashing around here is less about his actions and more about ideology.
Honestly, if we had a uber-Conservative President right now, like a President Romney, would you still think Snowden a traitor or hero?
I think that we all need to assess why many are reacting so virulently to Snowden's actions.
Are those who think ill of him pissed about his actions or are they just responding to the cognitive dissonance that his actions have produced in the context of a Democratic administration and popular President?
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Your last point is interesting, though I suspect Snowden would still have revealed...
NoodleyAppendage
Jun 2013
#5
How did you feel about the leaks during the Bush administration? Did you agree that the NYT
sabrina 1
Jun 2013
#37
No, I the majority bashing Snowden are just as sincere as those advocating his situation
still_one
Jun 2013
#7
Do you honestly believe that China wasn't already aware of the US hacking?
NoodleyAppendage
Jun 2013
#11
"He went to a foreign nation to reveal our secrets." And your dog told you that.
rhett o rick
Jun 2013
#34
I find it interesting that you are so definite on knowing what he did and why.
rhett o rick
Jun 2013
#59
It is not the point, and I do not believe they were aware of Hong Kong being hacked. My main point
still_one
Jun 2013
#22
So you were against the leaks during the Bush years then, the ones that caused the accusation
sabrina 1
Jun 2013
#38
I agree that who cares if he is a hero or a traitor, but his credibility does matter
JaneyVee
Jun 2013
#14
They took a few futile shots at the documents, then changed tactics to shooting the messenger.
GoneFishin
Jun 2013
#19
I don't trust him. That does not mean I agree with what the government is doing.
hrmjustin
Jun 2013
#12
He made a choice to put the collective above himself. Most people don't have the guts.
dkf
Jun 2013
#28
I really like your post, although I disagree with substantial portions of it. Since you mention
HardTimes99
Jun 2013
#49