"The internets own boy" is a decent documentary if you want to learn a bit about Aaron.

YT Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vz06QO3UkQ

Thanks OP for posting this aaronsw.com link.

Thanks. I second that doc.

The current turmoil at reddit lies on reddit's new policy diverging from long-established user expectations. It made me wonder about reddit's ideals in its earlier days. Aaron Swartz was probably the most idealistic among its founders, and his writings may provide interesting contrast to reddit today.