http://www.independent.co.uk/news/media/press/mps-question-guardian-editor-alan-rusbridgers-patriotism-over-edward-snowden-leaks-8981167.html MPs question Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger’s patriotism Alan Rusbridger gives evidence to MPs I am not a great fan of Alan Rusbridger and over the years have questioned his actions and motives on a number of issues. However, having watched the Home affairs select committee's "inquisition" of Rusbridger surrounding the publication of information about the systems of mass surveillance in the US and UK, I remain standing shoulder to shoulder with the Guardian. The issue here is a very simple one. Should the public be informed of what "the watchers" get up to and the excesses they frequently carry out in the guise of "anti terrorism" measures? The answer of course is a resounding yes, we should be told. When newspapers or individuals reveal "secrets" many of which are embarrassing or uncom...