Gut-Wrenching Letter Questions Legitimacy of Military Justice System - John Q. Public

The attorney's letter is without facts. From what I gather from the web, Maj Burris was convicted of two counts of rape, one count of forcible sodomy, four counts of assault and one count of disobeying an order from a superior commissioned officer. Sentenced to 20 years and dismissal. Was found not guilty of charges including other alleged instances of assault, sexual assault, forcible sodomy and communicating a threat, the military said.

Defense lawyer claims those who testified lied. Witnesses lie oar tell half truths all the time. What matters are the statement of facts that support the charges. This is why the military legal system is better than the civil system. Members of the Court can consider evidence not directly presented at trial. This ability can help or hurt a defendant.
If William E. Cassara wants support of Maj Burris, then release the court transcripts.

I would be curious to know why the SJA ignored the recommendation to not refer the case? If it was political pressure he should be entitled to an appeal (I would think).