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Student jailed indefinitely over alleged anti-Bush remark

Published: 15 October, 2009, 12:40
Edited: 22 October, 2009, 09:46


George W. Bush

Internet crime is rapidly becoming a major focus for authorities around the world, but the case of an Indian student, jailed in the US nearly three years ago, is being seen as a major test of human rights in the country.

 
2 COMMENTS
John October 16, 2009, 05:28 quote
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No one ever wants the truth....

Sherlock October 22, 2009, 05:33 quote
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that's my former president - and I love and respect him - and I love my country.

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