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Saudi-backed Crackdown in Bahrain Bxposes U.S. Hypocrisy    :      Information Clearing House: ICH

Saudi-backed Crackdown in Bahrain Bxposes U.S. Hypocrisy    :      Information Clearing House: ICH

March 17, 2011 "Examiner" -- Although U.S. officials condemned Bahrain’s use of deadly force against unarmed protestors on Wednesday, experts say the Obama administration is reticent to support the people because the Bahraini monarchy best serves U.S. regional interests. Critics accuse the U.S. of employing a double-standard – reluctant to oust the monarchy in Bahrain but more than willing to encourage Libyans to topple Moammar Gaddafi.

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