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Former Favorite Son Dahlan Slams Abu Mazen for Corruption

Two recent cases raise questions about the democratic practices of the parties to the peace.
Palestinian Minister of Civil Affairs Mohammad Dahlan speaks during a news conference at King Hussein Medical City in Amman.  Palestinian Minister of Civil Affairs Mohammad Dahlan speaks during a news conference at King Hussein Medical City in Amman September 4, 2005. Dahlan received treatment in Jordan for a back complaint. REUTERS/Ali Jarekji - RTRMKD0
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Two remarks about democracy (in the Middle East):

1. The details of a private criminal charge, which was filed a few months ago with the International Court of Justice in The Hague, were published on July 24 in the Israeli media. A riveting document, it provides a rare behind-the-scenes peek into Palestinian politics and an up-to-date picture of the democracy spanning from Ramallah to Nablus and Jenin, as well as Gaza.

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