Posted on Sep 14, 2017
Harvard makes convicted spy Chelsea Manning a 'fellow,' igniting firestorm
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This is ridiculous. I am bewildered but not surprised. Presidential pardon goes along way these days.
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SFC Stephen King
Harvard withdraws Chelsea Manning's visiting fellow invitation after backlash
The dean of Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government on Friday announced that the school has withdrawn its invitation to convicted Wikileaks leaker Chelsea Manning to serve as a visiting fellow.
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Convicted spy is a little strong. She was convicted of mishandling classified information. She was specifically charged with espionage - and she was exonerated of that charge. Warmest Regards, Sandy :)
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SSG Chris Erickson - Actually - I had to go look it up - as it is no longer really relevant for any real purpose - Manning was acquitted of the most serious charge, that of aiding the enemy. In addition to five or six espionage counts, Manning was found guilty of five thefts, two computer frauds and multiple military infractions. Ultimately, she mishandled 750,000 of what were purported to be highly classified documents - none of which caused any serious damage to the national security interests of our country - her conviction is being appealed. Bottom line - she served her time - she is out and about - she has a wad of cash - is making more from talks and book rights - there is essentially no restriction on her future choices at this time. She is running for Senate. So, what is your point? Warmest Regards, Sandy :)
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SSG Chris Erickson - It has been a long time since the trial - memories fade - bottom line the goverment overcharged, withheld evidence, the woman was released after serving a few years - it is over now. Time to stop beating a dead issue. Warmest Regards, Sandy :)
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SSG Chris Erickson - I am not interested in positioning myself as any such thing - nor am I in any way interested in influencing anyone. I enjoy discussion. So, if you want to campaign against Chelsea Manning - have a great time with your plan!!! I have no particular interest in or support for her campaign couldn't be more disinterested in it. Warmest Regards, Sandy :)
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SSG Chris Erickson - I see. Thank you. She is hardly an expert on anything - confused young woman - needs to rebuild her life not get mixed up in ridiculous political nonsense. Warmest Regards, Sandy :)
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