The Social Poets: Women in Peril: Ivory Coast Protesters

The Social Poets: Women in Peril: Ivory Coast Protesters The defiant leader of the Ivory Coast, Laurent Gbagbo, ordered his forces to fire upon thousands of unarmed female protesters. Six were killed. In this culture, when women march as protesters it is considered a last resort against an unrestrained Army.

Death of Popular Opposition Cleric Stirs Iran Protest

From Denny: Opposition followers suspect their popular outspoken leader may have died under suspicious circumstances. He was 87 years old and in good health, then suddenly, unexpectedly, died. Supporters took to the streets in protest again in Iran. They know they have lost a valuable ally, prominent enough to gain recognition and respect for their push to end this brutal regime.

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