Dedicated group who held vigils and protests for WikiLeaks founder feel ‘tremendous sense of achievement’
more than the dedicated band of supporters that grew out of vigils and protests for him over the past two decades.
In 2016, those involved in the vigil decided to create a mailing list and form what ultimately became the Committee to Defend. People have come and gone as its core of three grew to six, although Butlin was at pains to emphasise that they saw themselves as part of a worldwide community. As well as intending to raise public consciousness, roles have included standing in line for advocates and professional campaigners facing hours of waits to get into Assange appearances.
As Assange and his family prepare for a new life, Butlin and others in the UK are not yet ready to – metaphorically – put down their placards.
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