Wikileaks editor Kristinn Hrafnsson statement outside Old Bailey

Wikileaks editor Kristinn Hrafnsson statement outside Old Bailey

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The transcript discusses the challenging past year and a hopeful moment for Julian Assange, highlighting a legal victory. However, it cautions that this is not necessarily a win for journalism. The speaker thanks the lawyers for their efforts and expresses concern over the US government's intention to appeal the decision. A call to action is made to pressure the US to drop the appeal. The transcript concludes with gratitude towards supporters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker describe as a 'glimpse of hope'?

A peace treaty between nations

A breakthrough in medical research

A positive development for Julian Assange

A new government policy

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Why does the speaker thank the lawyers?

For writing a book on journalism

For organizing a public protest

For winning a Nobel Prize

For their extraordinary work in the Magistrate Court

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's concern regarding the US government?

They might increase taxes

They plan to appeal the court decision

They are cutting funding for education

They are imposing new trade restrictions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action does the speaker suggest to the public?

To organize a charity event

To pressure the US to drop the appeal

To vote in the upcoming election

To boycott certain products

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30 sec • 1 pt

Who does the speaker express gratitude towards at the end?

The opposition party

The supporters present

The government

The media