David Coombs writes: "I would like to publicly thank all those who have supported my client over the past two years. I also want to pass on the following message from Brad."
Army Pfc. Bradley Manning is escorted by military police from the courthouse after the sixth day of his Article 32 hearing at Fort Meade, Maryland, December 21, 2011. (photo: Benjamin Myers/Reuters)
Message From Bradley Manning
14 June 12
ver the past two years, thousands of individuals have either donated to the defense fund or given freely of their time to support PFC Bradley Manning. The support provided has come in many forms:
1) Signing petitions (standwithbrad.org);
2) Standing up to say "I am Bradley Manning" (iam.bradleymanning.org);
3) Writing to military/government authorities;
4) Writing letters to the editors of local and national newspapers;
5) Attending marches, rallies, and other public events to raise awareness about Bradley Manning;
6) Using social media to write about the case and the events of every hearing;
7) Contacting government representatives;
8) Sending messages of support to my law office;
9) Donating to the legal defense fund; or
10) Volunteering with the Bradley Manning Support Network and Courage to Resist.
At every court hearing, I am given the opportunity to witness this support first hand. The attendance by supporters during these hearings as been nothing short of inspiring. Although my client is not permitted to engage those in attendance, he aware of your presence and support.
During our latest hearing on 6-8 June, I was particularly struck by the warmth of support by those in attendance. At one point during a break, I had causally mentioned that it was my anniversary. Apparently a supporter had overheard this statement, and took up a collection to give flowers, a balloon, and a thoughtful card to me and my wife. This kind gesture is emblematic of the type of people who are supporting Brad.
I would like to publicly thank all those who have supported my client over the past two years. I also want to pass on the following message from Brad: "I am very grateful for your support and humbled by your ongoing efforts." Brad also asked me to specifically thank on his behalf the unflinching support of Courage to Resist and the Bradley Manning Support Network.
What happens in this court-martial is of vital importance to all of us. With your continued support, we will ensure that justice is achieved for Brad.
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Openness is generally a good thing.
Defense Secretary Robert Gates, former CIA chief and Deputy National Security Adviser under President George H. W. Bush had this to say about the seriousness of the cable dump Nov. 30.
"Is this embarrassing? Yes. Is it awkward? Yes. Consequences for U.S. foreign policy? I think fairly modest."
So why do they continue to crucify Bradley Manning?
I think that the military and Washington think these guy is an easy target. That may not be entirely true for just the reason mentioned in the article. People are behind him in his defense. Ordinary people who suit up and show up to offer support. In this new era of the volunteer army rather than distance the public from the armed forces it has mandated looking at them as a private enterprise. That scrutiny can run deep. The coverup will be nothing when compared what will be revealed.
Not unlike what happened at Kent State: meant as a warning and an example of the consequence for those who had the temerity to protest the Vietnam War.
Thank God for people like Bradley Mannning - America needs more like him!
http://rootsaction.org/featured-actions/460-lets-get-bradley-manning-the-nobel-peace-prize
http://act.rootsaction.org/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=5459
Bradley Manning, is a true American and a Patriot!
Thankyou for your bravery is disobeying a lawful order, by allowing the public, to see what are country has been doing in the name of democracy.
But the name Bradley Manning will go down in history as a great hero of the people.
Manning is an American Hero.
Our Military, Legislature, and Courts are now Insults to the Human Race. Vile and Disgusting.
Why is it ok for governments, corporations and any one who is wealthy and has power to commit crimes for which they are not held accountable while the people who report these crimes are persecuted and prosecuted?
This picture is all wrong.
Whistle blowers are heros who need our support.
DO WHATEVER YOU CAN TO SUPPORT THEM, HOWEVER LITTLE IT MAY BE.
Murder of the journos and murder of civilians attempting to help victims = War Crimes yet the Pilot and command who OK it walk around free!
I pity the soldier who are captured and recieve the same as exposed by M and A.
Shame Americia Shame.
I send you my best wish Brade.
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