Edward Snowden Speaks Up On “NBC Nightly News”
The leakmaster sat down with Brian Williams for his first interview on American television last night, sparking outrage and intrigue.
It’s been almost a year since National Security Agency leaker Edward Snowden was charged with theft of government property and two counts of violating the 1917 Espionage Act. Since then, Snowden has sparked both outrage and celebration, as he’s been out of the country and the recipient of awards including the German Whistleblower Prize, Ridenhour Truth-Telling Prize, and Sam Adams Award. In last night’s interview with Brian Williams, Snowden insisted that he is a patriot and that he’d like to get amnesty or clemency in order to come home. Watch the clip above, followed by commentary from Secretary of State John Kerry and NBC Chief White House Correspondent Chuck Todd. Looks like we’re in for another summer of news and debates over Snowden…
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