Tag Archives: Afghanistan
First Impressions of Afghanistan
I recently traveled to, and spent two weeks in Afghanistan. I am going to repost my first impressions of the country on this blog and if you are interested in reading more, you can read all about my other experiences … Read More
Candidates for Wolesi Jirga seats in Kabul
Despite Taliban threats dissuading Afghan people from participating in the elections, on September 18th, 2010, Afghanistan held their second Wolesi Jirga election. The Wolesi Jirga (or “House of the People”) is like the Afghan parliament. The Jirga members’ primary responsibilities … Read More
Voices from Afghanistan
On Wednesday, the Library of Congress in Washington opened an exhibit called “Voices from Afghanistan,” showcasing fan mail that was sent to Radio Liberty’s Radio Azadi, the most popular radio station in Afghanistan. RL recently issued a press release announcing … Read More
Unlikely Allies on Women’s Rights in Afghanistan
On November 14, the New York Times reported on efforts in Afghanistan by NGO Marie Stopes International to raise awareness about birth control techniques. Afghanistan has the highest fertility rate in Asia, at 6 children per woman, yet also has … Read More
Sorry Russia, All Your Base Are Belong to US – HA HA HA
In a blatant piece of Russian Propaganda, Russia Today announced in dramatic fashion that the U.S. Military is (insert scary music) dunh, dunh, dunnnn. . . “Taking Over the World!” – “The World Wide Web That Is. Twitter – Facebook … Read More
