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I have no idea, but it that case, are you suggesting that her lawyer was somehow coerced into reading her statement? Especially considering the trial just ende

I have no idea, but it that case, are you suggesting that her lawyer was somehow coerced into reading her statement? Especially considering the trial just ended (ruling on the side of the "government") I would consider that sort of direct influence highly improbable, and that authenticity is more likely. (edit: gender pronouns, thank you nemof)

etiam 13y ago
What I suggest is rather the possibility that Manning him-/herself may have been unduly influenced about it during captivity. But even if the decision is completely uncorrupted I find it it is of some interest to consider how it could be used. Manning personally is arguably of little consequence to the power game now, but Manning's reputation and story is highly interesting to both those who would have transparency and those who would have utter secrecy. That game is still very much open.