Friday, May 3, 2013

L.A. Times - Asia: Pakistan secular candidates campaign at their own risk

L.A. Times - Asia
Headlines from latimes.com
thumbnail Pakistan secular candidates campaign at their own risk
May 4th 2013, 01:00

The Taliban's threat against three parties has brought near-daily bomb attacks that have left dozens dead. Some worry the violence could skew election results.

SHABQADAR, Pakistan — When Masoom Shah hits the campaign trail these days, he brings a 9-millimeter Glock pistol and a team of up to 50 bodyguards. Instead of appearing before large crowds, he meets small clusters of voters at guesthouses where everyone is frisked before they enter. He limits his speeches to 30 minutes and then quickly slips out of the room.

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