I Guess Democracy Is Now A Crime In Egypt

Soldiers stand guard in front of the U.S. National Democratic Institute in Cairo on December 29, 2011. CNN

Egypt To Put Foreign NGO Workers On Trial Over 'Banned Activity' Claims -- The Guardian

Egyptian move is latest in long-running row over crackdown on US-funded groups promoting democracy and human rights.

Egyptian officials say 43 NGO workers, including 19 Americans, have been referred for trial for alleged involvement in banned activity and illegally receiving foreign funds.

The decision on Sunday by investigating judges is likely to further sour relations between Egypt's military rulers and the US, the Arab nation's chief western backer for more than 30 years.

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Update #1: Egypt Sends 43 NGO Workers to Trial Over Funds -- ABC News/AP
Update #2: Egypt to charge 43 over NGOs -- CNN

My Comment: This is an ominous sign on where Egypt is heading.