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Famous Leaks in U.S. History
Daniel Ellsberg
The most famous leak in American history came to light in June of 1971, when The New York Times began publishing sections of the so-called "Pentagon Papers." The documents had been leaked by Daniel Ellsberg, a former Defense Department analyst.
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Famous Leaks in U.S. History
Famous Leaks in U.S. History(6 Photos)
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Throughout U.S. history, leaks have shaped public opinion and public policy, raising vital questions about the role of the press and the people’s right to know. These four rank among the best known leak scandals.
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