Today the much-anticipated verdict in the Bradley Manning trial was announced. Manning was found not guilty of the most severe charge that he faced, "aiding the enemy." However, he was found guilty of 19 other charges.
Sunday, July 28, marked exactly two months since the protests in Turkey began. CJFE joined six other organizations to stand in support of free expression and free assembly, and honour those who have died in the protests.
This week's #FollowFriday profiles several organizations participating in our upcoming event, "Stand-Still to Support Peaceful Demonstrators in Turkey."
#FollowFriday is an opportunity for CJFE to showcase individuals and groups doing important work in the field of free expression. Please note that certain follow recommendations are not wholesale endorsements of all of an individual’s or organization’s positions.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held a debate on the protection of journalists working in conflict zones. The discussion featured UNSC member states and noted members of the press, and highlighted the challenges in providing protection for press working in areas of war and conflict.
We turned it over to you to ask what grades you would have given if you had been in charge of our annual Free Expression Report Card. Here's what you had to say!
