Provincial Candidates Running in the Dark
Most council candidates have no idea of what’s involved in the political office they are seeking.
18 Nov 05
Afghanistan
Campaign Adverts Swamp Capital
It seems that if anything remains still for a moment, an election poster will be plastered on it.
18 Nov 05
Taleban Hit and Run, and Come Back for More
Violence has surged as the election draws closer, but the insurgents say their real objective is to oust the Kabul government.
18 Nov 05
All Eyes on the Poll
The thousands of observers watching each step of parliamentary and provincial council elections could be a mixed blessing.
18 Nov 05
Ghazni's Formidable Females
Lack of security and opposition from family members are minor obstacles to some of the candidates standing for parliament in a staunchly conservative region.
18 Nov 05
Election Security Tightened in the North
The risk of a raid by Taleban forces is seen as remote in northern Afghanistan, but no one is taking any chances.
18 Nov 05
All Quiet as Western City Heads for Poll
Candidates in Herat claim some of their rivals are seeking to gain unfair advantage, but campaigning has generally been free of intimidation.
18 Nov 05
Return of a Power From the Past
The return of controversial general Shahnawaz Tanai on the eve of elections stirs memories and raises questions over links to Pakistan.
18 Nov 05
Beyond the Ballot Box
Continuing bloodshed and war of words spells little hope for peace after the September 18 poll.
18 Nov 05
Parties Fume on the Sidelines
Political groups have been frozen out of the parliamentary election campaign, and many say it is part of a master-plan to weaken the legislature.
18 Nov 05
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