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Old 12-07-2010, 01:33 PM   #211
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Originally Posted by Weiser Wonder View Post
That's why it's the constitution of a free nation, and not guidelines that apply only to those perceived to be 'just'. And he wouldn't be charged with treason because all he's done is share information that was shared with him. You can't charge journalists for sharing leaks, that's what non free nations do.
Actually, in a free nation, he can certainly be charged with something and an independant judiciary, also a characteristic of a free nation, would weigh the facts, charges, etc, and either convict him or set him free or decline to entertain the charges altogether.

That's what can happen in a free nation.

But don't say he can't be charged in a free nation.

A review of the potential cases that could be brought against Assange.

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE6B00F020101201

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