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07/24/2004:
"U.S. Freezes Assets of Ex - Liberian Leader, Family"
New York Times/ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Bush on Friday froze the assets of former Liberian President Charles Taylor, his family and top aides and accused them of undermining the country's transition to democracy.
The sanctions target the property of 28 people close to Taylor, including his wife, ex-wives and children.
Washington accused Taylor and his associates of unlawfully depleting Liberia's resources and removing funds and property from the country.
In an executive order, Bush said these actions have ``undermined Liberia's transition to democracy and the orderly development of its political, administrative, and economic institutions.''full article
Yeah right. Like they ever cared about the 'orderly development' when they were Taylor's best friend while he was visiting untold horrors on the Liberian people. I am sure there is some very craven reason why they care now, after the damage has been done.
