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Buddhist Monks Are Key to Change in Burma

Diplomatic efforts to 'engage' generals won't lead to democracy

By Nick McMaster,  Newser Staff

Posted Aug 11, 2009 6:00 PM CDT

(Newser) – The extension of Aung San Suu Kyi’s house arrest today serves as the latest reminder of the injustice at the core of the Burmese government. Past US policy revolves around sanctions, which further isolate the country and drive it into China’s economic embrace....   Read full story »

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