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Douglas Kelly in a long editorial appearing on Page 2.The apology includes a description of story sources and factors that contributed to the decision to run the story. Amir Taheri is identified as the initial
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National Post story he authored was used by "a number of reports that somehow jumped the gun" and that he stands by the article.
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Iranians to wear Islamic clothing to protect the country's Muslim identity but does not mention special attire for religious minorities, according to a copy obtained Saturday by
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