Extortion, intimidation and harassment were practiced against Sunnis. Candidates who ran against government-supported opponents faced harassment and intimidation. It typically involves subtle methods of coercion such as intimidation. Occurrences of harassment, intimidation, and even criminal activities aimed at opposition candidates have been reported. Reports of violence and intimidation were widespread. Blackmail, intimidation and racketeering became commonplace. The Klan used public violence against black people and their allies as intimidation. However, the election was fraught with allegations of electoral fraud and voter intimidation. Several executives tells increased used of bullying, intimidation and violence among girls. Their tactics include intimidation and force. The trial was regarded as farcical, with reports of blatant witness intimidation and evidence tampering. Rumors circulated about intimidation and threats to his family. Again, evidence surfaced of voter intimidation and fraud. Territory disputes are usually solved by displays of intimidation rather than outright aggression. Presidential elections were again held in 2002 amid allegations of vote-rigging, intimidation and fraud.