Embattled leader of Madagascar concedes option of referendum
By Agence France Presse (AFP)
Monday, March 16, 2009
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Embattled Madagascar President Marc Ravalomanana said Sunday he would submit to a "referendum" to settle a deadly stand-off which has riven the Indian Ocean island for months. "I remain in power. I have no fear of a referendum if necessary," Ravalomanana told 5,000 supporters gathered outside the presidential palace.
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