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Do you have a source? Where is your proof that he did not attempt to gain unauthorized access to a federal computer? Genuinely asking because that is the exact
by kickopotomus 7y ago
Do you have a source? Where is your proof that he did not attempt to gain unauthorized access to a federal computer? Genuinely asking because that is the exact crime he is being charged with.
- justinmchase 7y agoRather, where is the proof that he did? The burden of proof is on the accuser.
- kickopotomus 7y agoThat is the entire purpose of a trial. The accuser brings forth evidence against the accused. Assange is under federal indictment meaning that a grand jury was presented evidence and decided that it was enough to file charges. However, the parent comment claims that Assange is innocent.
- atemerev 7y agoThe indictment formulation is “assisted with”. It is really vague; publishing results can be interpreted as assistance.
- kickopotomus 7y agoNo, it cannot be. Publishing, and only publishing classified documents is protected under the first amendment[1]. However, Assange helped Manning gain access to and procure the classified documents which is illegal. [1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Times_Co._v._United_States https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Times_Co._v._United_S...