Word: benenson
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Dates: during 1973-1973
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Started on a shoestring by London Lawyer Peter Benenson, A.I. has recently grown in both size and influence. In 1971 its annual budget was $130,000; this year it is $425,000. About 70% of its money comes from contributions by members, the rest from foundations and private sources. Along with a full-time staff of 50, it now has more than 30,000 members in 61 countries. A.I. is accorded consultative status at the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the Organization of American States and the Organization of African Unity...