Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden is a former National Security Agency (NSA) contractor and prominent whistleblower known for exposing classified NSA surveillance programs in 2013. Born on June 21, 1983, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, he grew up in a military family and began his career in intelligence with the CIA. Snowden's revelations sparked global debates on privacy, government secrecy, and the balance between national security and individual rights. He authored "Permanent Record," an autobiography detailing his experiences and motivations. Currently residing in Russia, Snowden continues to advocate for privacy and digital freedom through his writing and public speeches.