This entire episode in the saga of American politics over the WikiLeaks issue seems to have really caused a stir, not only in our own county, but like a shot heard round the world. In reading the various media reports about the whole thing, and watching the TV news - it's like you can't get away from the story, even if you don't really care.
Personally, I didn't find any of the information leaked of significant value or anything, I hadn't either suspected or heard rumored - in other words, so what? Nevertheless, this story has wings, and look where it's going, it's invaded our lives, media, and even daily conversations. One sole disruptor of civilization and his cult-like following have captured the national conversation.
In fact, not long ago, I was sent one of those viral emails from an acquaintance regarding the whole WikiLeaks fiasco, and the message was pretty straight forward, it said; "Here's the best statements I have seen regarding WikiLeaks;"
"Mike Huckabee said that if the United States wants to keep anything secret they need to put it with Obama's College Papers and Long Form Birth Certificate."
Now that is a low blow isn't it, but it does speak to the transparency of government and the promises made with regards to the whole Whistle Blower motif, and the reality of why transparency shouldn't necessarily rule the day - otherwise it could ruin the year. Does this mean some information should be held on a need-to-know basis, or that we need secrets?
Well, it's obvious now that these debating points will continue well into the future, as our military, government, and especially our State Department mend the bridges these leaks have caused around the world. It's really too bad, that one individual can have so much animosity for another country that, he's willing to start a private little online war like this. Maybe we need to rethink everything with regards to the Internet, hacking, digital security, and how and what we keep as secret.
Indeed, I sincerely hope this does not crush back-door communication between other nations of the world with the US, as that can only lead to political impasse, and potential future wars. We must keep our heads about this. Please consider it all and think on it. If you'd like to contact me on this or have something worthy to add, please do so, as it might be great material for a future article.
