While I too have had moments of wishing he had stayed anonymous -- the story has become more about him than I would like -- I think he probably made the right c

While I too have had moments of wishing he had stayed anonymous -- the story has become more about him than I would like -- I think he probably made the right call by outing himself. Had he simply continued in his job and life, he would probably have been identified eventually -- and then treated like Bradley Manning. Had he gone on the run without exposing himself, he would have been identified quickly, and then the question would be, how long could he last as a fugitive? I think he really took the best path: in the short run, it was wise to be outside US jurisdiction, and in the long run, public opinion will be his best -- possibly only -- protection.