http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/05/world/africa/05chad.html?_r=1&ex=1359954000&en=95d792d2f3897631&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&oref=slogin
In Chad, refugees fled the city of Ndjamena, where fighting between the Goverment and Rebel forces has been breaking out. Chad had previously been the main the refuge for those involved in the crisis in Darfur. Nearly a quarter of a million people from Darfur reside in Chad, and almost 200,000 people have been displaced in Chad by the clashes between the goverment and the rebellion.
It surprises me that so much is going on. This isn't front page news! On the front page of the UT is the Super Bowl, followed by the election. Why don't we care about anyone else? These crises are exact reprocussions of our lack of aid to those in need and our apathy towards chaos in the world.
Millions of people are being displaced in Darfur and in Chad, whilest people mainly care about sporting events. Will others show the same apathy if we are in need? Will we show the same apathy toward other countries in other continents? Should we be investigating the causes of the rebellion and the government opposition? Should we figure out what the situation is and help? Or should we just stay in safe, cozy little America?
About Me
- Ethan Stern
- Ethan Stern was born in San Diego, California on August 28, 1991. Growing up, he discovered a love for cooking, music, art and the human body. He currently resides in Fletcher Hills, where he spends his free time playing music, listening to music, cooking, biking and teaching at the local day school. He enjoys long walks on the beach and beautiful starry nights.
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