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The source seems reasonably credible. I think my only criticism is that the information they have doesn't support their claim of widespread abuse. They cited a handful of instances that, while totally inappropriate, don't necessarily lend credence to the hypothesis that detainees are routinely treated like this in multiple military prisons. It seems as though the organization has an interest in exaggerating the severity and scope of the abuse...
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