November 28, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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through the process of organizing a rally asking for democracy and the restoration of justice in pakistan i have come to a new understanding of how “human rights” are viewed by many in the pakistani community. it is astounding to … Continue reading
November 24, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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thanks to my friend, filmmaker rehema trimiew, who came to the rally on a cold windy sunday, filmed the event and put it on youtube. check out her film sticks and stones.
November 21, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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To: Ours Senators and Congressional Representatives Dear Representative, We are Americans who support freedom and democracy. We are writing to share our concerns with you regarding recent events in Pakistan. We are greatly disturbed by General Musharraf’s crackdown on civil … Continue reading
November 19, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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the rally to support justice and democracy in pakistan was a success last sunday, nov 18. about 50 people turned up. it was a diverse group of people from local activists to religious and interfaith groups, from lawyers to teachers … Continue reading
November 15, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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Rally to Support Restoration of Judiciary and Civil Liberties in Pakistan Date: Sunday November 18, 2007 Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm Place: Twelve Corners in Brighton Contact: Mara Ahmed SOLIDARITY PLEASE JOIN THE PAKISTANI AMERICAN COMMUNITY IN UPSTATE NEW YORK IN … Continue reading
November 10, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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the first part of my documentary “the muslims i know” was screened at the carlson auditorium, at rit, today. it was exciting to see the first 30 minutes of my film on screen. it was also interesting to see the … Continue reading
November 10, 2007
by mara.ahmed
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last thursday i saw theresa thanjan’s “whose children are these?” at the u of r. it is a documentary about how post 9/11 domestic national security measures have affected the lives of three muslim teenagers. the film focuses on one … Continue reading