Comment by Riaz Haq on October 26, 2007 at 8:55pm

Amir,
I do not agree with the contents and the presentation in Newsweek. But it is representative of the general perception about Pakistan in the World, particularly the West. Unfortunately, perceptions do matter and it is in our best interest in pay attention and do what we can to change them. The best way to change perceptions is to ostracize the fanatics who either support the suicide bombings or fail to condemn them. Otherwise, we face a very difficult future at home and abroad with us Pakistanis being the main victims.

Comment by Zain Zia on November 6, 2007 at 11:48am

I personaly feel that the contents of this story are not that far from facts. In fact they are true. But when i talk to my family in Karachi and Islamabad they portray the whole thing as negative portryal of Pakistan and see a conspiracy. In my opinion those who deny this problem can be compared to the French elite just before the revolution in 1789.

The other day i was watching Geo News with my 7 year old son. They were showing the terrorists in Swat. One of the terrorists was brandishing a sword while covering his face with a black hood. Upon seeing him my Son had a lot of questions about Pakistan which were fairly disturbing. Now this is the reaction of an American kid, albeit with Pakistani heritage. So you can imagine what an average westren viewer would feel about the country after being exposed to such images.

I think it is time for us to wake to this harsh reality as finally after 60 years of being misgoverened, the 90% of the poor of the country have finally revolted against the feudal mindset of the elites.

Comment by Sobia Anjum on August 21, 2020 at 11:33pm

very informative post thanks for sharing 

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