Ill and in Pain, Detainee Dies in U.S. Hands


	Ill and in Pain, Detainee Dies in U.S. Hands

rwatuny

8-14-2008 10:50 AM

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human rights, department of homeland security, usa, prisons

rwatuny says:

So sad. And revolting.

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11-28-2008 10:30 AM

masbury

Sad indeed, but a story that needs to be told. Thanks!

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