Saturday, September 5, 2009

You Know You Have A Problem In Afghanistan When This Happens

Karzai (right) and Abdullah have each claimed victory in the elections.
Photo from Press TV

Ahmed Wali Karzai Takes 100% Of Votes In Opposition Stronghold -- Times Online

In the southern Afghan district of Shorabak, the tribesmen gathered shortly before last month’s presidential election to discuss which candidate they would back. After a debate they chose to endorse Abdullah Abdullah, President Hamid Karzai’s leading opponent.

The tribal leaders prepared to deliver a landslide for Abdullah – but it never happened. They claim Ahmed Wali Karzai, the president’s brother and leader of the Kandahar provincial council, detained the local governor and closed all the district’s 46 polling sites on election day.

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More News On Afghan Election Fraud

At some Afghan polling places, Karzai got every vote -- McClatchy News
Tally's round numbers hint at fraud in Afghan vote -- Reuters
Afghan election officials defend vote-counting -- CNN
Afghan Presidential Challenger Warns of Vote Fraud Consequences -- Voice of America
Afghan presidential challenger wants results held -- AP

1 comment:

Isa Lube said...

I hope he doesn't terrorize like the rest of them...I’m not surprised this fraud took place, I mean, hello, look what country this is taking place…