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The Muslim Solidarity Committee is an organization in
the Capital District of New York (Albany) set up to defend
Yassin Aref and Mohammed Hossain, 2 Muslim men from the Capital District who have been
framed by the US
government and convicted of terrorism related charges. Both men were sentenced to 15-years in
prison. The 15-year sentences were actually ½ what was
indicated by the federal sentencing guidelines. It is felt that the
community support -- which included almost 1000 signatures on a petition,
dozens of letters to the judge and vigils, forum and other activity -- had an
effect on the judge’s sentences. During the sentencing, the courtroom
was packed with supporters and a vigil was held outside of the courthouse.
There has been an appeal and the Muslim Solidarity Committee, formed to
support Aref and Hossain, will continue to function.
For more information: Joe Lombardo 518-439-1968 or
jlombard@nycap.rr.com
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