Ally of the 'christian' Right linked to Eritrea (Little Religious Freedom)

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Candidate's past job as Eritrean lobbyist causes controversy

"A former Ohio congressman attempting a comeback in a high-profile race against Republican U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt said he received up to $120,000 from an African government with a record of Christian persecution.

Bob McEwen, 56, worked as a lobbyist for Eritrea, which President Bush's administration lists as a "Country of Particular Concern" for severe violations of religious freedom.

McEwen, whose U.S. political allies include nationally prominent leaders on the Christian right, said Friday he no longer has any links to Eritrea.

His campaign Web site lists endorsements from the Rev. Donald Wildmon of the American Family Association; Dr. James Dobson, the founder of Focus on the Family; and Phil Burress, who heads Citizens for Community Values in Ohio."

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[RaleighNCDUer]

1. Isn't it fun watching the Ohio Republican party

devouring itself?