I never said anything about not wanting Mr/Ms Manning in prison.  In fact, I agree that Mr/Ms Manning should be in prison instead of making a name for him/herself.  I don't have a problem with the pardon as that's a President's prerogative.  But, I don't agree with the government indiscriminately spying on us.  If they have warrants for specific people, then sure.  When I was in the military, that was considered a big no-no.  Times may have changed but we're supposed to be a free and open society.