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September 11th, 2007

A Woman Among Warlords
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#1

asalamaleikum,people of afghanistan,befree,be happy in country,have a love between you because you are brothers and sisters of your country,and of your religion,work for your country development,men and women must built your nation,together is one,without disturb your religion,islam,we also encourage you to be in peace,inshallah,allah,wiil make the peace in your country,AMIIN,WASALAAMALEIKUM

#2

Being a citizen living happily and peacefully and enjoying my political freedom in China, I was shocked to see what people in a neighboring, especially women have endured in Afghanistan. I feel compassionate with what they have suffered and thankful for what I have received so far, a loving mother, a nice house and an a study broad exprience in the US. But at the same time, I also feel a stronger sense of responsiblity for me or other young people like me to make a difference in China, to tackle the enviromental issues, the human rights issues and also the corruption in our goverment and democratizing movement. In regard to this, I think what we or China lack now is an outspoken leader like Joya to stand up for what they believe forcefully as opposed to putting off the issues on the agenda infinitely. I believe my generation will definitely see a stronger, more prosperous and more democratic China. Last, I wish peace and prosperity for our neighour, Afganistan. I believe women or men, who have a genuine sense of rebuiding their country will act up like Joya to make a bigger difference than ever was anticipated.

#3

It is refreshing to see a woman like Joya. It reminds me of the problem women had in the US in 1913, when they marched for the vote. The crowds attacked them. Many were beaten and jailed. What I like about Joya is that she remains modest. Today in the US many women who want women’s rights forget proper modesty. I am a Christian raised in a traditional home and would like to feel that one can be modest and modern all at the same time. Joya is an inspiration to women all over the world.

#4

I like this website becauuse its got interesting stuff Afghanistan and the womens rights and the Taliban and stuff and u get to see what other people think and i like the info 4 my assignment thats due on thursday. im sorry but im not christian i just like watching the clips….:) =)

#5

I will just say a few lines and let the reader decide:

Two small girls
were playing near a car…

How many counties/states/years would you say
are worth their scattered fingers?

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