The article below provides a background to the controversy of the 17th Karmapa’s recognition, with some examination into the role being played by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s Office.
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(Source: http://www.american-buddha.com/trouble.pure.htm)
(Editor’s Note: This link appears to have been removed from the mentioned website)