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Updated 31 Mar, 2014 08:21pm

Ballots not bullets

With the upcoming Afghan presidential elections drawing near, It has become clear that it is not just the outcome of the election that will dictate Afghanistan’s future, but also whether or not voting can be carried out safely. A peaceful election process is vital for setting a precedent for future democratic elections, especially with diminished coalition and U.S. involvement. Voters have expressed anxiety regarding the safety of the polls, and said it could discourage people from casting their ballots.

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