Glenn Greenwald

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Glenn Greenwald

Glenn Greenwald, born on March 6, 1967, in Queens, New York, has carved a niche as a journalist, author, and former lawyer, known for his relentless pursuit of government transparency and civil liberties.

  • Affiliation: Greenwald's political stance is complex, often aligning with libertarian views on privacy and civil liberties.

About

Background & Career
  • Career Transition in Journalism: Greenwald started as a constitutional and civil rights lawyer before transitioning into journalism through blogging, focusing on national security and civil liberties. Greenwald’s career took a monumental turn when he began reporting on the Edward Snowden leaks in 2013, revealing extensive NSA surveillance programs, which earned him numerous accolades, including the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service.
    Past Ares of Employment:
    Law:Practiced law, including at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz.
    Journalism: Began blogging in 2005, moved to Salon, then The Guardian, where he broke the Snowden story. Co-founded The Intercept in 2014, from which he dramatically resigned in 2020 over editorial disputes.
    Current:: Now writes independently, notably on Substack, and appears on various media outlets.
Television and Online History
  • Regularly appears on shows like Tucker Carlson Tonight on Fox News.

    His work has been featured in major publications like The Guardian, Salon, and The Intercept.
Political Views
  • Greenwald advocates for privacy rights, against government overreach, and has criticized both Democratic and Republican administrations for what he sees as violations of civil liberties. His views on identity politics and the trans rights movement have evolved, drawing criticism for aligning with more conservative commentators on these issues.
News Stories Covered
  • Snowden Leaks: His reporting on NSA surveillance remains one of the most significant journalism feats of the 21st century.

    Operation Car Wash: His work on Brazilian corruption cases has been pivotal, though controversial.

Videos/Media

Playlist

3 Videos

Major Topics & Controversies Covered

References/Sources

The Intercept Departure: His exit was marked by accusations of censorship and ideological disputes.

Trans Rights: His recent stances on transgender issues have been controversial, aligning him with critics of what he sees as overreaches in cultural and political spheres.