Mr Galloway's Respect Party anti-war campaign captured thousands of Muslim votes in the east London constituency of Bethnal Green and Bow where 40% of the electorate is Muslim.

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As the municipal election campaign heats up, anti-war protesters have heckled many Popular Party candidates at campaign appearances.

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