04:44John Shipton, the father of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, lauded the outpouring of support for his son outside London's High Court on Wednesday, as Assange's extradition hearing continued.
Shipton underscored the importance of ordinary citizens engaging with their elected representatives to advocate for Assange's cause, noting that true democratic power lies with the people.
"The only way they can know what you want is if you go and talk to them and tell them, this is what we want to see happen. It rejuvenates democracy and also gives the parliamentarians understanding of where his power extends, it doesn't come from the newspapers, it comes from the people," he said.
"The reception here is simply fantastic," Shipton remarked, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming enthusiasm of supporters who braved the inclement weather to stand in solidarity.
Shipton's comments highlighted the significant backing Assange has received from various quarters, with legislative bodies in Australia affirming their support through formal motions.
He contrasted this groundswell of public support with what he described as the "pathetic" case put forth by the US, which he claimed relies on falsehoods and seeks to stifle scrutiny.
"How pathetic the US case is, they have to rely on lies, and then the prosecutors say 'don't question these lies because that would offend our ally," said Assange's wife, Stella Assange, echoing concerns about the integrity of the US case and the need for transparency and accountability.
Assange will reportedly have to wait until at least next month to determine whether he can contest extradition to the US on alleged charges or if his protracted legal struggle in Britain has reached its conclusion.
Demonstrations worldwide supported Assange, reflecting widespread concerns about the consequences of his extradition. Assange faces 18 charges from US authorities linked to the publication of classified documents.
Since his April 2019 arrest, Assange has been held in the UK's Belmarsh Prison, following the revocation of his asylum at the Ecuadorian Embassy.
Despite legal challenges, including an unsuccessful attempt to contest extradition, Assange's fate remains uncertain as his legal battle persists.
'This is what we want to see happening' – Assange’s father praises rally in support of his son outside London’s High Court
John Shipton, the father of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, lauded the outpouring of support for his son outside London's High Court on Wednesday, as Assange's extradition hearing continued.
Shipton underscored the importance of ordinary citizens engaging with their elected representatives to advocate for Assange's cause, noting that true democratic power lies with the people.
"The only way they can know what you want is if you go and talk to them and tell them, this is what we want to see happen. It rejuvenates democracy and also gives the parliamentarians understanding of where his power extends, it doesn't come from the newspapers, it comes from the people," he said.
"The reception here is simply fantastic," Shipton remarked, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming enthusiasm of supporters who braved the inclement weather to stand in solidarity.
Shipton's comments highlighted the significant backing Assange has received from various quarters, with legislative bodies in Australia affirming their support through formal motions.
He contrasted this groundswell of public support with what he described as the "pathetic" case put forth by the US, which he claimed relies on falsehoods and seeks to stifle scrutiny.
"How pathetic the US case is, they have to rely on lies, and then the prosecutors say 'don't question these lies because that would offend our ally," said Assange's wife, Stella Assange, echoing concerns about the integrity of the US case and the need for transparency and accountability.
Assange will reportedly have to wait until at least next month to determine whether he can contest extradition to the US on alleged charges or if his protracted legal struggle in Britain has reached its conclusion.
Demonstrations worldwide supported Assange, reflecting widespread concerns about the consequences of his extradition. Assange faces 18 charges from US authorities linked to the publication of classified documents.
Since his April 2019 arrest, Assange has been held in the UK's Belmarsh Prison, following the revocation of his asylum at the Ecuadorian Embassy.
Despite legal challenges, including an unsuccessful attempt to contest extradition, Assange's fate remains uncertain as his legal battle persists.
John Shipton, the father of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, lauded the outpouring of support for his son outside London's High Court on Wednesday, as Assange's extradition hearing continued.
Shipton underscored the importance of ordinary citizens engaging with their elected representatives to advocate for Assange's cause, noting that true democratic power lies with the people.
"The only way they can know what you want is if you go and talk to them and tell them, this is what we want to see happen. It rejuvenates democracy and also gives the parliamentarians understanding of where his power extends, it doesn't come from the newspapers, it comes from the people," he said.
"The reception here is simply fantastic," Shipton remarked, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming enthusiasm of supporters who braved the inclement weather to stand in solidarity.
Shipton's comments highlighted the significant backing Assange has received from various quarters, with legislative bodies in Australia affirming their support through formal motions.
He contrasted this groundswell of public support with what he described as the "pathetic" case put forth by the US, which he claimed relies on falsehoods and seeks to stifle scrutiny.
"How pathetic the US case is, they have to rely on lies, and then the prosecutors say 'don't question these lies because that would offend our ally," said Assange's wife, Stella Assange, echoing concerns about the integrity of the US case and the need for transparency and accountability.
Assange will reportedly have to wait until at least next month to determine whether he can contest extradition to the US on alleged charges or if his protracted legal struggle in Britain has reached its conclusion.
Demonstrations worldwide supported Assange, reflecting widespread concerns about the consequences of his extradition. Assange faces 18 charges from US authorities linked to the publication of classified documents.
Since his April 2019 arrest, Assange has been held in the UK's Belmarsh Prison, following the revocation of his asylum at the Ecuadorian Embassy.
Despite legal challenges, including an unsuccessful attempt to contest extradition, Assange's fate remains uncertain as his legal battle persists.