Edward Snowden (former NSA contractor)

Edward Snowden is a former contractor for the National Security Agency (NSA) who leaked classified information in 2013. His disclosures revealed widespread government surveillance programs monitoring phone, internet, and digital communications globally. Snowden's leaks sparked global debates about privacy, security, and government transparency. Some view him as a whistleblower defending civil liberties, while others see him as a fugitive exposing sensitive information. His actions led to legal consequences in the U.S. and increased awareness of government surveillance practices, influencing how privacy and security are discussed in the digital age.