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Russia Watch: Snowden and Russia’s whistleblowers
“These nations, including Russia, Venezuela, Bolivia, Nicaragua and
Ecuador, have my gratitude and respect for being the first to stand
against human rights violations carried out by the powerful rather than
the powerless. By refusing to compromise their principles in the face of
intimidation, they have earned the respect of the world. It is my
intention to travel to each of these countries to extend my personal
thanks to their people and leaders.”
Edward Snowden, July 12, 2013, on seeking asylum in Russia.
Oh well, at least standing up for the rights of one very special human.
As the libertarian seeks refuge among the authoritarian, Edward Snowden seeks asylum in Moscow at a harsh time for Russian whistle blowers.