From US State Dept background briefing today 9/27:
"The United States supports the right of Egyptians to express their political views freely, the right to associate, the right to political protest, peaceful political protest. We’re following developments on the ground." 1/2
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"We understand there have been a number of arrests, and we call upon the Government of Egypt to protect citizens’ ability to exercise these rights peaceably." (Comments by unnamed Senior State Dept official 9/27)
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These are massive demonstrations in support of the actions taken by the government to protect the country - this is what matters
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That is O.k, Michele, nobody shows up to demostrate. Please thank the unnamed official and the entire working group :)