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September 8th, 2008

Congolese bloggers on the American elections 

a small portrait of this author Jennifer Brea · 03:29
Congolese bloggers Musengeshi Katata and Shaka Bantou have been closely following the American Democratic and Republican conventions at Forum Realisance. Both are staunch supporters of Obama and sharp critics of the Republican Party. Like many around the world, bloggers in Congo and across Africa have been following this American election with the belief that its outcome is incredibly important not only for America, but for the world. 1 comment · »»

September 6th, 2008

Angola: Elections in pictures This is a Photos post

a small portrait of this author Paula Góes · 10:19
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sample image for this postAngolans are at the polls for the first time in 16 years - the election is still taking place this Saturday at 320 polling stations in the capital Luanda. So far, no incidents have been reported, and public spirit has prevailed, as observed by photographer José Manuel Lima da Silva. 6 comments · »»

September 5th, 2008

Puerto Rico: Daddy Yankee Endorses John McCain 

This author has no photo Michael Castro · 19:08
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sample image for this postPuerto Rico is in the spotlight due to a recent endorsement by recording artist Daddy Yankee. Even though he is not as well known on the island, than in other parts of Latin America, U.S. presidential candidate capitalized on his fame for campaign purposes at an event in an Arizona high school. 7 comments · »»

September 1st, 2008

Iraq: “Obama couldn't care less about us”… 

a small portrait of this author Salam Adil · 00:37
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sample image for this post...so says Iraqi Pundit. Apart from the usual suspects, talk of the US Presidential campaign in Iraqi blogs is pretty thin on the ground. But that silence in itself speaks volumes. 0 comments · »»

August 31st, 2008

Ecuador: Abortion a Controversial Topic in New Constitution 

a small portrait of this author Milton Ramirez · 14:14
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sample image for this postIn a deeply religious country like Ecuador, the topic of a woman's right to choose an abortion is of concern and may determine some voters' decision in the upcoming Constitutional Referendum. Bloggers provide some views about how this controversial topic is seen by the country. 0 comments · »»

August 25th, 2008

Brazil: An Olympic balance 

a small portrait of this author Paula Góes · 16:38
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sample image for this postFor a country whose best record was its 15th place in Athens last time, Brazil's 23th medal table position in the Beijing Olympics, with only 3 gold medals was not an extraordinary defeat - however, from newspapers to blogs, the general feeling is that of disappointment. Here are some reactions from the blogosphere. 2 comments · »»

August 20th, 2008

Angola: Electoral campaign fails to excite voters 

a small portrait of this author Clara Onofre · 18:36
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sample image for this postAfter 16 years without the right to vote, Angolans have been savouring the taste of the election campaign for almost a month now. Contrary to expectations, there is a lukewarm atmosphere around the capital Luanda. Clara Onofre shows why electors are not impressed. 5 comments · »»

Egypt: Parliament on Fire 

a small portrait of this author Amira Al Hussaini · 00:26
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Egyptian bloggers are in a daze, after the country's iconic Parliament Building, went up in flames earlier today. And while an official reason has yet to be announced for the cause of the fire in the 19th century palace, which houses the lower parliament or Shura (consultative) council, bloggers are seething - though not lost for words. 3 comments · »»

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