Edward Snowden has done more to protect the rights and liberties of the American people than anyone in recent memory. He should be honored for his valiant efforts to show us that our government has gotten out of control, having lost the checks and balances mandated in our Constitution.
His disclosures also showed the American people that the Bill of Rights has been discarded by many at the highest levels of government. Rights are not privileges. They cannot be rescinded.
Edward Snowden acted toward our government in a manner reminiscent of our founders actions toward King George.
Edward Snowden deserves the thanks of the United States.