Edward Snowden (June 21, 1983)

No matter which way you look at this individual, it took a lot of guts to be a whistleblower, even though his methods were questionable. In fact, almost 11 years later, he is still on everyone’s minds and lips.

As far as actually answering the questions in the post header, I am completely on the fence, neither for nor against. I guess it was a matter of conscience on his part. I wonder if he has any regrets, now.

This chart’s timing is considered “excellent”. That makes it very clear that Mercury in Gemini in the 12th (of the Unconscious) is the overriding principle of ‘should I/shouldn’t I’ prominent in his chart.

There is but one inconjunct:

Moon Inconjunct Ascendant

Work very hard to develop an objective awareness of what you are doing and where you are going. You will need this understanding to guide your emotions, which might otherwise lead you astray and make it difficult for you to focus on your goals. Learn to see others’ points of view, even if you cannot accept them. Learn to make logical decisions, and do not let passing moods color your attitudes about yourself and your life too much.

Planets in Youth (page 142) by Robert Hand (1977)

What do you think: is he a hero or a villain, a patriot or a traitor?