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Renowned Pakistani Columnist Cowasjee Dies At 86

from National Public Radio
November 26, 2012

Pakistani columnist Ardeshir Cowasjee was revered in his nation for exposing corruption, nepotism and mismanagement at all levels of government. He died this weekend at the age of 86. Steve Inskeep has this remembrance.

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  • Morning Edition, November 26, 2012
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