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To: jackielalanne who wrote (56824)	9/22/2004 6:02:29 PM
From: elpolvo	Read Replies (2) of 89467

wuli- September 21st, 2004 catstevens.com BOGUS ACCUSATIONS A recent news story regarding Yusuf Islam (Bio) (Cat Stevens (Bio)) being deported and a plane diverted due to his being on a terrorist "watch list" has recently hit the press. CatStevens.Com has not yet spoken to Yusuf or a spokesperson, but we want to assure all readers that Yusuf has in no way supported any terrorist groups or activities. In fact he has a long record of doing just the opposite. Investigations into Yusuf's own charities and his contributions to others have never shown any terrorist connections. Such accusations are completely ridiculous and unfounded. Yusuf Islam has devoted his life to peace. He lives it and he believes it. His being on any sort of "watch list" is certainly an error. It's also a very sad state of affairs when a man best known as a peace loving pop star can be grouped into the same category as Osama Bin Laden just because of his chosen faith. ************************************************************ September 22nd, 2004 yusufislam.org.uk STATEMENT ON DEPORTATION ISSUE Yusufislam.org.uk sent the follow statement today regarding the deportation incident. Site visitors and fans alike will no doubt have heard about today's news that Yusuf Islam (Bio) has been refused entry into the US. As yet we have no specific information from the US immigration authorities as to why he was not allowed to enter the country. What we can say, however, is that he will be shocked and angered at being associated with anyone who commits acts of violence. He has vehemently and consistently criticized terrorist acts and has always advocated peace through his songs and his extensive humanitarian relief work. He has travelled many times to the US, most recently two months ago on a visit with his record company. Any suggestion therefore that he poses a security risk due to alleged connections with terrorist activities is totally denied as it is simply wrong. We are seeking further details so that we can challenge the decision to refuse him entry. When we have more information we will be able to comment further. We feel certain that this matter will be resolved soon. ************************************************** i'd write more about this but... i'm being shadowed by a moon fellow. peace. -ep

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