Canadian citizen Maher Arar, who is barred from entering the United States, recently delivered his acceptance speech for the Letelier-Moffitt International Human Rights Award
Arar was detained by U.S. officials in 2002, accused of terrorist links, and handed over to Syrian authorities, who tortured him. In the videotape, Arar describes his extradition and torture in Syria at the discretion of the U.S. government. Arar was not charged, eventually released after his wife lobbied politicians and the media. After his release, the Syrians clearly indicated to Washington that they did not find any links to terrorism. Arar's case was dismissed by the US on grounds of national security (very convenient), but is being appealed.
The video can be viewed here or if you like text, the transcript for his speech can be found here
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