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Ayotte: Prisoners Obama wants released have documented terrorist ties

Ayotte: Prisoners Obama wants released have documented terrorist ties

Kelly Thomas

WASHINGTON, DC – In her ongoing battle with the Obama administration regarding the closure of the Guantanamo Bay military prison in Cuba, U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) on Wednesday released a comprehensive report summarizing the terrorist affiliations and backgrounds of more than 100 individuals recently held at the facility.

Early in his first term, President Barack Obama announced plans to close the detention center, which held approximately 240 prisoners at that time. So far, his administration has transferred 162 suspected terrorists to other countries. Five percent of those transferred have re-engaged in militant activities, according to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and another 8 percent are suspected of doing so. There are currently 76 prisoners at the Guantanamo Bay prison.

Talent across generations of dance in Boston Ballet II’s First Look
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Talent across generations of dance in Boston Ballet II’s First Look

Mary Hierholzer

Last weekend, the dancers of Boston Ballet II gave an afternoon performance to preview the talent and repertoire that audiences can expect to see in the upcoming season. Led by Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen and Associate Director of BBII Peter Stark, the young professional dancers demonstrated the capabilities that they will continue to develop in the two-year tenure of BBII.

Stark and Director of Boston Ballet School Margaret Tracey conceptualized the performance, aptly called First Look. They created a rare opportunity for BBII to work closely alongside seasoned dancers and choreographers, and to perform featured roles that they would otherwise not be exposed to until later in their careers.

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