Rights group logs U S prisoners of conscience
Amnesty International moves 14 jailed Americans under review for political or ethnic motives. Wilmington 10 and Charlotte arson cases feature prominently, with emphasis on racial and activist ties. The group flags possible inclusion of Eva Kutas, David Rice, Edward Poindeater, and Gary Tyler, noting political action as a possible factor in sentences.
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Eva Kutas
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David Rice
Edward Poindeater
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Spies Undermine Prosecutions by Threatening Data Disclosure
Senate investigators led by Sen. Joseph R. Biden Jr. reveal that espionage cases were dropped or not pursued to avoid revealing highly secret information. Officials say some key violators gained freedom due to risks to national security, including non intelligence workers with access to sensitive data. Hearings planned, but details may stay secret.
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Joseph R. Biden Jr
D-Del
Senate Intelligence Subcommittee
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