Jeffrey Toobin's arguments for his view

In Text 2, “Edward Snowden Is No Hero”, it is more than obvious that Jeffrey Toobin has strong views regarding Edward Snowden’s decision. The main idea that ensues from the article is that Snowden is a traitor who deserves punishment.

In this section of the study guide, we will show you some important aspects for you to consider when you analyze the argumentation in the article “Edward Snowden Is No Hero”. 

The author strongly states that Snowden is a traitor who has made a reckless decision:

“Snowden (...) has leaked news of National Security Agency programs that collect vast amounts of information about the telephone calls made by millions of Americans, as well as e-mails and other files of foreign targets and their American connections. For this, some (...) are hailing him as a hero and a whistleblower. He is neither. He is, rather, a grandiose narcissist who deserves to be in prison.” (ll. 1-14)

Toobin presents some of Snowden’s arguments for his decision of exposing Government secrets...