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I think the public still isn't aware of the frequency with which the cyber-attacks, as they're being called in the press, are being used by governments around the world, not just the US.
Edward Snowden
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Edward Snowden
Age: 41
Born: 1983
Born: June 21
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Edward Joseph Snowden
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