There has been a flurry of meetings, lectures, candlelit vigils, protest marches and letter-writing campaigns in all major cities. And yet, read through the discussions on local blogs or peruse letters to the editor in various newspapers, and the sense that Pakistanis are doing nothing about the crisis prevails. Full Story »
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Pluralism has prevented Pakistani civil society from organizing a unified condemnation of the Taliban, or "Talibanisation," Huma Yusuf argues. This story did more to improve my understanding of Pakistani identity than anything I've read. Highly recommended.
As an open conflict between the military and militants rages in the Frontier province, it is worth deconstructing why civil society has not been able to articulate a united ... More »
This piece argues that a plurality of interests and causes is hindering Pakistani civil society from presented a unified front against the "Talibanization" of parts of the country. Lacks good sourcing or evidence, but is a worthwhile perspective that you don't find in American media.
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