Chris Hedges on Julian Assange and the larger ramifications of his continued persecution.
“If [Assange is] found guilty it will effectively criminalize the investigative work of all journalists and publishers, anywhere in the world and of any nationality, who possess classified documents to shine a light on the inner workings of power. This mortal assault on the press will have been orchestrated, we must not forget, by a Democratic administration. It will set a legal precedent that will delight other totalitarian regimes and autocrats who, emboldened by the United States,..”
Hedges: The Execution of Julian Assange — Rise Up Times
Tao Talk 
When investigation hurts big guns, it’s called a crime.
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Well-said, Sadje. They can’t allow truth to come to light. Secrecy is how they hold their power.
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Yes, and when truth comes out, they try to hide behind law.
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ain’t it nice when the Democrats and Republicans can agree on something whole-heartedly, he says cynically.
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😦 lots of skeletons in them thair closets
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