The news out of Pakistan is very sad. This story is not about one woman. It's another attack on democracy and freedom.I can't help but contrast our system of government (as flawed as it seem sometimes) to that of other countries. We are on the verge of electing a new leader and while people voice their opinion in many ways we don't see the types of violence and disregard for human life that are now be played out in news reports.
Analysts believe Islamist militants are behind all this. Thet can't stand freedom and will do anything to destroy it because it changes their twisted vision of life and removes their power. They rule by fear and violence. Benazir Bhutto knew this all too well and she still risked and gave her life to fight against it all.
Radical Muslims calling for Islamic law, and fiercely opposed to the US, have become increasingly active in Pakistani politics in recent years. This is not some far off event for Americans. This is the next crossroads in the fight for freedom. The future of the region and our own country are at stake. Let us not forget that Pakistan has nuclear weapons. If those fell into the wrong hands the consequences would be disastrous.
As we go forth into 2008 and elect our our leaders, let us be sure that the people we choose will understand the importance of continuing to fight an unpopular battle. May God grant us a president that will not turn a blind eye in pursuit of a false peace or a temporary solution. The stakes have never been higher and no one knew that better than Ms. Bhutto.
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