An Open Letter from Carl Bernstein to Guardian Editor Alan Rusbridger

By: The Guardian

Watergate scandal journalist's letter comes as Guardian editor prepares to appear before MPs over Edward Snowden leaks.

Dear Alan,

There is plenty of time – and there are abundant venues – to debate relevant questions about Mr Snowden's historical role, his legal fate, the morality of his actions, and the meaning of the information he has chosen to disclose.