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Zekerullah, 13 years old, stopped Grade 6 school last year
Good morning! Good morning, teacher!
Is it winter already? Yes, its become really cold.
Did it snow? Yes, the snow melted & so its very muddy.
How do you come (to the city from his village)?
I walk here. Sometimes I hitch a ride on the buttock (back) of a truck.
When you walk, how long does it take? Did you ask how long it takes? 2 hours.
2 hours? Are your legs strong? My legs.yes, theyre strong. Show me your strong legs.
Zekerullah works at a bakery in the city, making biscuits & cakes
How can Afghanistan become peaceful?
We need to act in truth.
We should not lie or cheat. Then, Afg can become peaceful.
Does justice and truth exist in Afghanistan today? No. Why?
If you have a legal case handled by the government authorities & you dont pay a bribe, they wont sign the documents
If you fail the exams in school or in college, but you have connections in the government or if you pay a bribe, youll pass
Also with the police, if you give some money, your matter will be settled.
You promised the U.S. Ambassador & indirectly President Obama that you would return to school next spring. Would you fulfill your promise?
If bad days do not come my way, Ill definitely fulfill my promise.If bad days come,no one would be able to.
What do you wish from President Obama? That he answers our message of peace.
Please know that there are many paying attention in my country, the US. Please also know I will do all I can to shine more light on your cause. Peace and love to you. I pray your smiles will keep shining.
mckathiki 5 months ago