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Mugabe Declares Victory

But global leaders slam uncontested election

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 29, 2008 7:15 AM CDT

(Newser) – Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe has proudly claimed victory in a run-off vote in which he was the only candidate, CNN reports. Preparations were underway for a swearing-in ceremony, with invitations sent out hours after his declaration. But a party spokesman said the ceremony wouldn’t...   Read full story »

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