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US-backed monarchy loots Jordan amid continuing protests

By Jean Shaoul, September 6, 2011

Last January, protesters took to the streets of Amman and other cities in Jordan demanding better living conditions and political change.

King Abdullah replaces Jordanian cabinet

By Patrick Martin, February 2, 2011

The new government is headed by former a former prime minister, Maruf Bakhit, who is identified with ballot-rigging and security crackdowns.