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June 27, 2005

One of the most frustrating aspects of living in the US is the serious lack of attention received by events like the ongoing genocide in Darfur. Perhaps it's not so much the lack of attention given to genocide that is frustrating, as much as the obsession with runaway brides and celebrity trials.

In any event, in March the State Department estimated that the death toll in Sudan was around 150,000, after subtracting deaths attributable to base mortality. Members of Britain's Parliament believe the death toll could be closer to 300,000. More than two million people--out of a population of six million--have fled their homes. Updated information and links can be found at The Coalition for Darfur, a blog started by a Southern conservative and a Northern liberal to raise awareness about the genocide.

The Save Darfur Coalition, an alliance of churches, humanitarian, and human rights organizations, recently organized a "National Weekend of Prayer and Reflection for Darfur." The event is scheduled for July 15th, 16th, and 17th. The Coalition is "calling on faith communities across America to join together in a weekend of prayer and reflection for the people of Darfur." Please visit the link, check out the information, and share it with your friends and religious leaders.

Posted by Jonathan Bunch at June 27, 2005 12:08 AM

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