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The American Red Cross, which has drawn sharp criticism in recent years for its handling of disasters, is immersed in new turmoil: a contentious overhaul of its sprawling chapter system at the same time it is searching for a new leader.

At the recent Red Cross national convention in Washington, some chapter representatives walked out in protest after officials announced the reorganization, which would fold hundreds of small chapters under the largest chapters.

Red Cross officials and others who have studied the plan say it would help the charity's national headquarters more closely monitor ...

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