Ethical and Legal Implications of the Edward Snowden Case Study

This assignment presents an analysis of the Edward Snowden case, focusing on the ethical and legal implications of his actions. The paper begins with an introduction to the concept of oral assessment and then delves into the specifics of the Snowden case. It discusses the conflicting values at play, the harm caused by Snowden's actions, and the benefits his actions brought. The analysis explores whether Snowden's actions were ethically justified, even if legally prohibited, weighing the competing values in the case. It also considers the author's hypothetical actions if they were in Snowden's position and examines how their position would change if Snowden's leaks led to loss of life or saved lives. Finally, the paper discusses the conditions under which whistleblowing would be ethically ideal or prohibited, concluding that Snowden's actions were ethically right because they were done for the public good, emphasizing the importance of public knowledge regarding government violations of privacy. The paper is a comprehensive analysis of the case, considering various ethical and legal aspects.