It is disheartening to see the barbaric acts human beings inflict upon one another, such as the recent chaos in Guinea, West Africa, which led to more than 100 deaths.
Such incidents causes one to ponder hard on what type of world we live in, why some human beings are so brutal to others – but yet still, the answers are shortcoming.
Activists say an estimated 157 people were killed when soldiers fired on an anti-government rally two weeks ago. There have also been reports of women being stripped and raped in the streets during the protests. The country’s ruling junta has faced increasing criticism over the incident. Guineans are now observing a strike called up by members of the opposition to commemorate the deaths that took place.
Captain Moussa Dadis Camara led a coup that installed military rule last year following the death of long-time President Lansana Conte. Camara promised to reform the country and hold elections in 2010 but there have been rumors that he intends to run for president then, a move he had previously ruled out.
NuVsionPAC, a non-profit and non-partisan political and socially driven grassroots movement, based in the USA, have posted a press release on its Web site urging people to “Stand Up for Human Rights in Guinea” and call the Embassy of Guinea in Washington DC to deliver a simple message which reads: “Violence is never the SOLUTION, and that we stand with our brothers and sisters in Guinea and support their fight for Human Rights.” The number to call is 202-986-4300.
For more information, read the press release on NuVsionPAC Website.
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