Clashes in the Congo

By LB on November 11, 2006 12:29 PM | | Sphere: Related Content
KINSHASA (Reuters) - Forces loyal to Congo's rival presidential contenders fought gun battles in the capital Kinshasa on Saturday in the latest violence to mar historic elections meant to end a decade of war and chaos.

Not to make light of the absolutely awful situation in the Congo, but I just wanted to say that no matter how ugly our elections can be, we should remember that they could be far worse.

Just a small something to be thankful for...

Added: This is Congo's first Democratic election in 40 years. And it's an event worthy of watching as it unfolds. Read the whole story linked above, there are too many lessons to list.

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