Moral Argument Edward Snowden was a contractor for N.S.A., he took steps to secure (steal) a User ID and Password from a co-worker. He used the stolen information to download highly confidential information and documents. The N.S.A. had spent some time collecting (Spying) on the American People and people from other Country’s who may have contact individuals in the United State. The N.S.A collected this information by tracking phone calls, text messages, emails and chats without the consent of the individuals involved. N.S.A. justified it as a way to protect National Security. The ethical issues that were involved in this case were: the stealing of government property, the disclosure of confidential information, the risk of human lives and …show more content…
Snowden had no concern for putting his co-worker and others in danger. His actions have proven that he did not consider the consequences of what his actions would have on his co-worker. Snowden stole a User ID and password from a co-worker and had no remorse for what punishment this individual may have faced. Snowden had no concern for the Americans that were undercover working for N.S.A. for this reason I do believe that Snowden was operating under the Teleological Theory; Ethical Utilitarianism. The Teleological Theory; Ethical Utilitarianism believes that their actions is right if the punishment of the action are more favorable than unfavorable to everyone. Whistle Blower and Patriot Some believe that Snowden acted as a Whistle Blower and a Patriot. Snowden actions show that he did not have any concern with the consequences of his actions. His intentions were not to endanger the lives of others, but to protect the privacy for the greater good of all individuals. Snowden’s actions place him in the clear path of following the Deontology Right Theory. He was determined that it was his moral right, since it adequately respected the rights of all humans. Golden Rule Thief and