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Afghan women defy risks to wield power

AP , KABUL

Rasekh said many of Afghanistan’s female police officers see their uniforms as a public statement against the type of passive protection offered by a burqa. A woman under one of the flowing blue robes is rendered anonymous, even her eyes hidden by a fabric mesh.

“The uniform itself is a sign of courage for women. It shows that we are not afraid,” Rasekh said.

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