Leading Female Politician, Activist Eyes Afghan Presidency

A prominent female lawmaker has repeated her intention to run for Afghanistan’s presidency when current President Hamid Karzai’s term runs out in two years’ time, suggesting she sees signs that gender bias is easing among some Afghans.

from RFE/RL’s Radio Free Afghanistan

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