Leaks vs. Whistleblowing

Leaks are often strategic, serving the interests of those within agencies, while whistleblowers risk their careers and lives to expose wrongdoing. The contrast between these two roles highlights the complexities of information dissemination in government, as seen in cases like Snowden and Manning. Ultimately, whistleblowers act out of a sense of duty to inform the public about dangerous and illegal practices, challenging the status quo at great personal risk.