Message from Bradley Manning's attorney
"Brad also asked me to specifically thank on his behalf the unflinching support of Courage to Resist..." -David Coombs
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By David Coombs, attorney for PFC Bradley Manning.
Over 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:
- Signing petitions (standwithbrad.org);
- Standing up to say “I am Bradley Manning” (iam.bradleymanning.org);
- Writing to military/government authorities;
- Writing letters to the editors of local and national newspapers;
- Attending marches, rallies, and other public events to raise awareness about Bradley Manning;
- Using social media to write about the case and the events of every hearing;
- Contacting government representatives;
- Sending messages of support to my law office;
- Donating to the legal defense fund; or
- 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.
David Coombs, attorney for PFC Bradley Manning
Please donate today to either Courage to Resist to support Bradley and other GI resisters, or directly to the Bradley Manning defense fund.
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