Activists marching from US Capitol to White House to protest torture, detention policies
By APThursday, April 30, 2009
Anti-torture activists march to White House
WASHINGTON — More than 100 anti-torture activists are marching solemnly from the U.S. Capitol to the White House.
Protesters gathered at the Capitol on Thursday morning. They say they are protesting detention policies in the United States and what they call the government’s refusal to prosecute torture.
The marchers are wearing orange jumpsuits and black hoods over their heads to represent Guantanamo Bay detainees. Some have signs on their backs bearing the names of inmates who have been cleared for release, but remain in custody.
The activists say they support a criminal inquiry into torture under the Bush administration. They say President Barack Obama has been reluctant to begin such an investigation.
