Wikileaks was a website that published anonymous submissions and leaks of sensitive governmental, corporate, organizational, or religious documents, while attempting to preserve the anonymity and of its contributors. Should Wiki Leaks be distributing classified documents to the public? Well this is the big debate, that has spurred much controversy. The documents that are released reveal shocking truths of government mishaps, and acts that have been hidden from the public eye. Indeed, as shocking as they are, these documents have been hidden for a reason.
According to Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, citizens should be fully aware of governments actions and happenings. He shared his views and said, "the more secretive or unjust an organisation is, the more leaks induce fear and paranoia in its leadership and planning coterie.... Since unjust systems, by their nature induce opponents, and in many places barely have the upper hand, mass leaking leaves them exquisitely vulnerable to those who seek to replace them with more open forms of governance." It almost sounds as though he is attempting to take down governments. Being an Australian citizen and not even an American, he has no right to impose on the countries affairs. This is definitely espionage, and he should be convicted.
Yet, reaveling 100% of truth to the public can potentially harm and weaken a country, it's military tactics, and decisions would be scrutinized. If these strategies are what makes our government, military, and country strong and a float, then so be it. We do not need to know whats happening, there is a fine line of information that is shared, and it should not be crossed. Especially if this is what is protecting our nation.
