Are we gonna continue to let our politicians threaten and kill whomever they want without any resistance whatsoever? Are we as citizens going to continue to volunteer to be underpaid mercenaries?
Afghanistan articles on Democracy Chronicles
The need for democracy in Afghanistan remains urgent. Afghans remain under threat of political violence, corruption and lack of free speech protections. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
Endless Violence Raise Fears Of Another Flawed Afghan Election
Afghan officials have promised security over thousands of polling stations across the country ahead of parliamentary election slated for October 20th.
Why Ivanka Trump’s Book is Seen as Boon for Afghan Women
Newly released Pashto-language translation of Women Who Work, the 2017 book by U.S. President Donald Trump’s daughter and adviser Ivanka.
Pakistani Tribal Areas Secure Long Sought Promise of Equal Rights
Pakistan’s upper and lower houses of parliament have passed a historic bill giving the long suffering tribal areas equal rights and ending a destructive legacy left over from the era of British colonial rule.
Peaceful Pakistani Pashtun Rights Movement in Mass Protests
The leader of a Pakistani ethnic Pashtun rights group vowed his movement would continue its protest rallies
The Afghanistan 2018 Election Date is Set. Now the Hard Part
Officials in Afghanistan have set a preliminary date for much anticipated parliamentary and local elections after numerous delays. The date of voting is now set for October 20, 2018 and could be a big step forward.
Afghan mother cradling baby during university exam goes viral
Farmer Jahantab Ahmadi sits on the ground, her baby resting in her lap, as she focuses on university entrance exam
What more women in government would mean for Afghanistan
War is a reality of life in Afghanistan, but it’s not all-consuming, say a delegation of Afghan women leaders
Pashtuns End Islamabad Protest Over State Neglect
Pashtun women, considered conservative by some, joined in the Islamabad protest in large numbers
VIDEO: Expert Panel Takes on the Task of Reimagining Pakistan
Brown University hosted Pakistan’s former ambassador to the United States, for a discussion about Pakistani history