I find it amazing that someone who uses gunpowder technology to...

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    I find it amazing that someone who uses gunpowder technology to shoot at his own countrymen overseas is not charged with treason. (eg David Hicks)

    Someone who uses mass media technology to side with the enemy is not charged with treason. (eg Jane Fonda)

    Someone who exposes diplomatic cables to the masses is.

    Shows what the powerful are really scared of. I think the days of a free internet are numbered. It will be for our own protection you understand.

    Freedom of expression and freedom of the press were only allowed while they could be controlled. Freedom of information and knowledge is one of the most fundamental freedoms along with freedom of movement.

    If wikileaks risked peoples lives I would have a different view. Embarrasing politicians and public servants is free game.

    Bacci
 
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