'I want to join the NSA. What do you think of that?' by Cory Doctorow

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12 pointsfinnn2 comments

Actually, joining the NSA and pulling another Snowden would be great. In fact, if a handful of people did this it could get the ball rolling and encourage more people to speak up who have long felt uncomfortable, but aren't willing to risk the consequences.

I think the real danger is that the student would join with great intentions and then lose the nerve to stand up for his beliefs.

Jacob Appelbaum has actually recommended this strategy in the last ~year. Not just the NSA, but also the other members of FVEY and places like Ramstein Air Base[1].

It's an incredibly dangerous role to play, so I understand if someone decides against pulling another Snowden. I only hope the have the moral fortitude to at least quit if they feel they cannot take the the whistleblower risk.

Also, for anybody inside that wants help, remember that Drake and Schneier endorse Intelexit[2].

[1] https://theintercept.com/2015/04/17/ramstein/

[2] https://www.intelexit.org/

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