The Georgia Legislature has signed off on a proposal that seeks to hinder Sudan's economy. The House unanimously passed a measure Thursday that would ban state and local governments from contracting with companies that work in Sudan's oil, military and energy sectors. Supporters say it would send a strong message to the government of Sudan, where more than 200,000 people have died and millions have been chased from their homes in Darfur amid conflict between ethnic African rebels and the Arab-dominated Sudanese government. The proposal now goes to Gov. Sonny Perdue.
(Associated Press)
(Associated Press)
