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October 23, 2014

Afghanistan's New President Thinks His Wife Can Play a Decisive Role in the Country's Future Despite Her Gender. Why He's Right.

by Ali A. Olomi

This wouldn't be the first time a woman has the chance to rise to a position of great influence in Afghanistan.