I was always curious about Snowden's initial feint regarding asylum in Ecuador, and why that never materialized?
Like, did the gesture toward Ecuador, as a possible final destination from Hong Kong, actually accomplish anything in the way of interference? Was it ever an actual intended destination? (at this point I assume not)
If it was a real potential end point, was it abandoned due to risk (transit-related or residence-related), or was it simply cultural preferences and convenience?
