Something About Which Evangelical Conservatives and Neo-Socialist Liberals Should Be Able to Agree

Government-Condoned Rape in Pakistan

I know that is not the title of the article but that is essentially what is happening.

Really... is there anyone in the civilized world who thinks this is okay? Whether you base your repulsion on Judeo-Christian ethics, a concept of universal human rights, or just something deep inside that cries out against injustice, surely we can all agree this is disgusting. I would like to see some relativist argue that this is acceptable... I'll be waiting.

Yes, we need to draw attention to Mukhtaran Bibi and Dr. Shazia. They are survivors and a heroes for standing up for themselves and all of Pakistan's women.

We also need to insist that all women have the right to live a life free from rape and abuse. At the very least, we need to insist that all government take steps towards this future, including (especially) the allies of the United States.

Today I plan to write or locate a letter to the White House about placing pressure on Musharraf and granting political asylum to victims of gender-based persecution. I will post a copy today or tomorrow so others can feel free to send as well.

And yes, I do thank God that I was born here and not there.

I just wanted to add that our security as a nation should by the government's first priority--but the Cold War is over. Human Rights ARE a security issue in today's world.