Eric M Russell (7/30/2014)
Whether it's a frustrated IT professional wanting to raise awareness to an issue, or a law enforcement officer serving a search warrant, folks need to put their emotions aside and respect the process. Don't put innocent people in harms way just to make a point; that's not being heroic; that's being a villian.
I agree with you. If the process fails, try to find another, reputable process to follow. For example, if the company doesn't respond, and it relates to a law being broke, contact the authorities. If it isn't illegal, but people are at risk, maybe it is appropriate to contact the media. Maybe.
The hard decision is when you work for the government, and the government is violating the law. There are no easy answers there. Hopefully this type of corruption can be exposed without putting people at risk.
Dave