Wikileaks

 Wikileaks' track record of releasing leaked government documents has made them a target of the United States government and many other major nations around the world.  The US and its allies have actively worked to shut down the organization and arrest anyone involved. Proponents of punishing and censoring Julian Assange, his organization and sources say that doing so is a not just a matter of national security but about the preservation of fragile diplomatic relations between nations. There are claims that some of the information leaked may be poorly sourced or unverified for authenticity and represents a danger to the public. Defenders of Wikileaks say that the organization is providing a public service by exposing government cover ups and threats to our rights to privacy. While Wikileaks' methods may be suspect and deserving of some criticism and condemnation, there is also enough to defend their status as a whistleblower that may provide a defense of the public from government overreach.