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Aristide arrived in Jamaica on March 14, 2004. On March 25, the Jamaican government said he'd take "permanent asylum" in South Africa after its April 14 elections. He's been there since, "hopscotch(ing)" nowhere.
Further, Thompson claimed he has no valid Haitian passport, saying the Preval government won't issue him one so he can't return, despite knowing (or should know) that citizens don't need passports to their own countries.
At issue is one unnamed analyst's opinion, saying:
"Aristide could have 15 passports and he's still not going to come back to Haiti (because) France and the United States are standing in the way."
In fact, Washington has full control as colonial occupier, denying Haitians all rights, including sovereignty, democratic elections with all legitimate parties participating, and the right of their beloved leader to return in any capacity. He only wishes to as a private citizen for health reasons and to provide whatever help he can. No longer should he be denied.
Let Aristide return!
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