mr. duvalier is not in the political running from what i know. mr. duvalier is rejoining his family, his society and the haitian people. he is welcome in this country because 25 years of exile is no small thing. >> ifill: but his reappearance does add a chaotic new twist to an already contentious political situation. last november's presidential election was marred by disorganization and claims of ballot stuffing and voter intimidation. for the moment, duvalier has taken up residence at a hotel in the capital port-au-prince. human rights activists have charged he should be arrested by haitian officials but no attempts have been made. >> since he left the city, we never had another good president. there are always problems so i think he is welcome. >> ifill: last december haitian election officials declared the former haitian first lady and the government- backed candidate the top first round vote-getters with popular singer a close third. that announcement angered supporters and sparked protests throughout port-au-prince which left four dead. last thu