Experts Mull U.S. Role in Haiti After Cameras Leave

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Haiti bill calling for investigation of U.S. role in 2004 Coup d'État

But the more relevant question, experts on the region say, is whether the United States will maintain a muscular role in the reconstruction of Haiti once the news cameras go home.

The United States has a history of either political domination or neglect in its backyard, and administration officials acknowledge that for Mr. Obama, striking the right balance in Haiti will be crucial.

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