It is not just CNN calling Assange a pedophile; it appears to be a covert CIA plot using a proprietary organization to smear Assange: http://archive.is/zXzAW
Assange's actions are consistent with those of a non-pedophile who is falsely accused. Wikileaks has the power to retaliate.
Employers are not responsible for defamation. If I defame you, I'm responsible not my employer. Unless Assange is claiming that CNN directed him to say that as part of his job. I don't know this, but I would guess that analysts are contractors and not employees. I see a lot of clips of Phil Mudd on other networks, and some seem to overlap with his time on CNN.
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Alpo ago
It is not just CNN calling Assange a pedophile; it appears to be a covert CIA plot using a proprietary organization to smear Assange: http://archive.is/zXzAW
Assange's actions are consistent with those of a non-pedophile who is falsely accused. Wikileaks has the power to retaliate.
AreWeSure ago
Did CNN say it? Because if it was just Mudd, he has zero chance having a defamation suit go against CNN. It's bizarre.
terrordactyl ago
He's a paid CNN employee. Also might want to brush up on your legal knowledge.
AreWeSure ago
Educate me on the gaps in my knowledge.
Employers are not responsible for defamation. If I defame you, I'm responsible not my employer. Unless Assange is claiming that CNN directed him to say that as part of his job. I don't know this, but I would guess that analysts are contractors and not employees. I see a lot of clips of Phil Mudd on other networks, and some seem to overlap with his time on CNN.