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Afghans Vote In Presidential Election

by Jackie Northam, NPR
August 20, 2009

Poll workers in Afghanistan are counting the ballots after the country voted Thursday in presidential elections. Attacks by Taliban militants killed more than 20 civilians and security personnel. Results are not expected until Saturday.

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  • All Things Considered, August 20, 2009
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