CLEAN : Whistleblower Ellsberg criticises Obama on

CLEAN : Whistleblower Ellsberg criticises Obama on

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the serious charge of espionage and its implications on civil liberties, highlighting the lack of support from civil liberties groups. It delves into the challenges of court martials, emphasizing the difficulty in achieving acquittals. The discussion shifts to whistleblowers like Bradley Manning, who expose war crimes, and the lack of harm identified by the Pentagon. The video criticizes the government's misconduct and the Obama administration's failure to deliver on transparency promises, noting the increase in prosecutions for leaks.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the most serious charge that can be leveled against an American according to the text?

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What does the text imply about the risk involved in exposing war crimes?

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How does the text describe the treatment of Bradley Manning during his isolation?

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What promise did President Obama make regarding government transparency?

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According to the text, how many prosecutions for leaks has the current administration conducted compared to previous presidents?

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