I thought I'd make a quick post about a legal defense fund setup by the owner
of a US based privacy-friendly email service. Lavabit was recently shuttered
due to an investigation involving Snowden. For those who don't know Edward
Snowden recently leaked classified information pertinent to protecting the
privacy and rights of Americans. It highlighted the abuse of several
governments involving people in countries everywhere.
At this point Ladar Levison, owner of Lavabit, has not been arrested,
although the email service was voluntarily closed because of ongoing
investigations. Based on what has been said the orders he received demanded
that he compromise the security of all users in the effort to survival just
one. The reason for this is that Lavabit takes steps to prevent even its
administrator(s) from accessing its users private email. Had this order
targeted a specific user or set of users his company would have (and has in
the past) complied.
For those who have a few dollars | pounds | euros | etc to spare I'd highly
encourage a donation. I've contributed a small amount and hope you will too.
Regardless of whether any legal action is taken against Ladar Levison I would
encourage people to donate. He gave up a successful business for our benefit
(regardless of your use of the service) and undoubtedly a significant income
stream. Such actions I believe should be rewarded.
http://www.lavabit.com/
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