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By Marisa Taylor / The Bulletin
May 7, 2009
WASHINGTON — Forced to flee his homeland because of his support of America’s ideals, Tsegu Bahta thought he’d be embraced by the country he emulated and respected.
Instead, the U.S. branded him a terrorist.
The former rebel commander and top official in Eritrea once....