I recently shared with you the story of Stephen Kim– a man who was hung out to dry to make an example of a government employee sharing information with a journalist, even though another arm of the government had encouraged him to do so.
The Intercept team have produced a brief documentary on Stephen. I commend it to you. It’s a powerful illustration of how the power of the US Government will destroy you if it chooses, regardless of your guilt or innocence. Stephen lost his family, his house, his money and that of his family before accepting that 13 months in jail under a plea bargain was the only realistic option.
I am reminded of the experience of the brilliant, prodigious Aaron Swartz, who a couple of years ago was subjected to a similar treatment and committed suicide to escape his persecution. If you have not seen The Internet’s Own Boy, I commend it to you. If you think the judicial system is about justice, think again.
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