Because of indications of fraud in the Afghan election, there will now be a run-off election between the two main candidates, Hamid Karzai and Abdullah Abdullah. Details of behind the scenes activity by the USA and of fraud and pressure are discussed. Charts showing how recounts will affect each candidate are included. (October 20, 2009)

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