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Wednesday, May 22, 2013 | 9:29 a.m.

Afghan Women Fight For Rights

An Afghan woman accused of adultery is shot dead - as villagers cheer. Just over a decade ago, women in this ultra-conservative society were banned from working under the Taliban. But today, as they mark International Women's Day, many women feel there is a long way to go. Those who pursue careers are ostracized. Those who interact with men other than their husbands or relatives are punished. This raisins factory in Kabul is one of the safe havens for women who want to work.
 
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