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I don't fear death I fear remaining silent in the face of injustice. I am young and I want to live. But I say to those that would eliminate my voice: I am ready, wherever and whenever you might strike. You can cut down the flower, but nothing can stop the coming of the spring.

Malalai Joya

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Malalai Joya
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: April 25
Activist
Feminist
Politician
Writer
Farah Province
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