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March 3, 2011       Share:    

Source: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/mar/1/muslim-brotherhood-sees-opportunity-in-jordan/

Muslim Brotherhood Sees Opportunity in Jordan

(Washington Times) Heather Murdock - With Friday anti-government rallies in Amman attracting more protesters each week, the Muslim Brotherhood has positioned itself to become a leading player among Jordanian lawmakers if democratic reforms are enacted. The Islamic Action Front (IAF), the political wing of the Muslim Brotherhood, is Jordan's only established opposition party, and analysts estimate that it could win up to 25% of parliamentary seats if electoral reforms are carried out. IAF Deputy Secretary-General Nimer al-Assaf says, "We do not agree to the peace treaty with Israel." He said the future of the peace agreement should be decided by a popular referendum.

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