This a momentous day; I am excited because this is the first parliament we have had after so many decades. -Shukria Barakzai

 

This a momentous day; I am excited because this is the first parliament we have had after so many decades.


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This a momentous day; I am excited because this is the first parliament we have had after so many decades.

Shukria Barakzai
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After three decades of war, and now we are coming with the votes of the people backing us, it is a big day.

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Don't forget that this is not just a collection of warlords, drug lords and smugglers. We have good people as well. -Shukria Barakzai
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This is an historic moment for the people of Afghanistan.

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Our patriarchal society does not like to hear this voice, it's a voice that even Afghan politicians want to silence. But despite these problems, I and millions of other Afghan women have been successful through our tireless efforts to open a small glimpse of hope, for the future generations and for the children of Afghanistan.

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Unfortunately, these traditions are so deeply rooted among people that in some cases they are placed before the religion. People believe and practice traditions that [destroy] women; they consider women as elements whose only duty is to give birth to children. And the other problem is the patriarchal view that is prevalent in the society. -Shukria Barakzai
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