| The search was part of a mysterious, ongoing nationwide terrorism investigation with an unusual target: prominent peace activists and politically active labor organizers.The probe à ‚¬" involving subpoenas to 23 people and raids of seven homes last fallà ‚¬"has triggered a high-powered protest against the Department of Justice and, in the process, could create some political discomfort for Pres Obama with his union supporters as he gears up for his reelection campaign.The apparent targets, all vocal and visible critics of US foreign policy in the Middle East and South America,deny any ties to terrorism.They say the government, using its post-9/11 focus on terrorism as a pretext, is targeting them for their political views.They are à ‚¬Å"public non-violent activists with long, distinguished careers in public service, including teachers, union organizers and antiwar and community leaders." |
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