Remembering Bhutto
French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchnerissued a statement condemning what he called "this odious act" and reaffirming "France's commitment to the stability of Pakistan and its democracy."
Italian Premier Romano Prodisaid Bhutto was "a woman who chose to fight her battle until the end with a single weapon—the one of dialogue and political debate. The difficult path toward peace and democracy in that region must not be stopped, and Bhutto's sacrifice will serve as the strongest example for those who do not surrender to terrorism."
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mohammad Ali Hosseinisaid, "We hope the Pakistani government will identify and bring to justice those behind such a criminal act and restore tranquility to the country."
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman Mikhail Kamyninadded, "We strongly condemn this terrorist act, present our condolences to the family and friends of Benazir Bhutto and hope that Pakistani authorities will provide for national stability."
On the busy campaign trail in the United States, the presidential candidates weighed in on the situation. Former New York City mayor Rudolph Giulianicalled the killing "a tragic event for Pakistan and for democracy in Pakistan. Her murderers must be brought to justice, and Pakistan must continue on the path back to democracy and the rule of law. Her death is a reminder that terrorism anywhere—whether in New York, London, Tel Aviv or Rawalpindi—is an enemy of freedom."
Sen. Hillary Clintonadded, "I have known Benazir Bhutto for a dozen years, and I knew her as a leader. I knew her as someone willing to take risks. I hope that if there is any opportunity for the government and people of Pakistan to respond to this tragedy appropriately, it would be to move more steadfastly and determinately toward democracy. She has given her life for that hope, and I know that the people of our country stand in solidarity with those who believe as we do in the rights of people to be heard at the ballot box."
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Posted By: bbwbedazzler @ 01/03/2008 3:29:03 PM
Comment: I am sorry but i see no honor in martrydom, she would have served her country better if she has stayed alive to further her casue, some risk is good, outlandish rish is just plain stupid..... she is much more of an asset to her country alive then as some dead and remembered... don't get me wrong i am not blaming her for her own death but come on lets me sensible, hopefully we will see her message rise up in someone else male or female....
Posted By: Amill @ 01/01/2008 6:42:58 AM
Comment: The assassination of Benazir Bhutto could not have come at a more auspicious time in history. She truly was a fearless, passionate force for change. Her death was not the end of her story, however. She has heralded the entry of a new era of female leadership in our country and our world. As history will have shown us, paradigm shifts often come with the laying down of one's own life and personal ego, the shedding of one's own blood. Long live the heart and soul and spirit of Benazir Bhutto. May she be an eternal inspiration to all women who seek to give back to the world a piece of its lost heart. Truly what passion and courage that takes! One might ask Mrs. Hillary Clinton or Maya Angelou, who believes in Mrs.Clinton, about female courage in times of great change. I think both women could teach us all something about that.
Posted By: aboo @ 12/31/2007 12:36:59 AM
Comment: Had the world put in as much effort in bringing down Osama Laden as it had done in vanquishing Adolf Hitler, old Ossy would had long been hanged, drawn and quartered. The fact that the old goat has escaped justice for so long id due to the fact that Musharraf's military is hiding and protecting him