Marcy Wheeler

 Marcy Wheeler is a journalist with ExposeFacts.org, a project of the Institute for Public Accuracy. She also blogs at Emptywheel and writes widely about the legal aspects of the “war on terror” and its effects on civil liberties.

The Government War Against Reporter James Risen

The Government War Against Reporter James Risen The Government War Against Reporter James Risen

The vendetta against him and whistleblower Jeffrey Sterling reflects an antidemocratic goal: the uninformed consent of the governed.

Oct 8, 2014 / Feature / Norman Solomon and Marcy Wheeler

Government Spying: Why You Can’t ‘Just Trust Us’

Government Spying: Why You Can’t ‘Just Trust Us’ Government Spying: Why You Can’t ‘Just Trust Us’

For proof that the current surveillance programs are ripe for abuse, Americans need only look at what preceded them.

Jun 19, 2013 / Editorial / Marcy Wheeler

Will Congress Rein In Illegal Spying?

Will Congress Rein In Illegal Spying? Will Congress Rein In Illegal Spying?

When The New York Times first revealed the NSA was wiretapping Americans without a warrant in 2005, it was a scandal. But the government continues to spy with impunity—and wh...

Dec 19, 2012 / Editorial / Marcy Wheeler

Government Case Against Whistleblower Thomas Drake Collapses Government Case Against Whistleblower Thomas Drake Collapses

Faced with the prospect of trying to convict a man for leaking unclassified information, the DoJ put together a misdemeanor plea deal.

Jun 13, 2011 / Marcy Wheeler

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