libYA

Forty-two years ago, Mummar Gaddafi became the dictator of a country known as Libya. His people live in fear of speaking his name, afraid that they will become subject of suspicion of they speak it. Half of his massive population is under the age of eighteen, and many of the children there suffer from anemia or malnutrition. Unemployment is up to 30%. On February 17th, the people of Libya came together for a protest, called "The Day of Rage". On Sunday, February 20th, Libyan protestors succeeded in taking over Benghazi. However, Gaddafi has not stopped. He has killed hundreds and maimed hundreds more. He ordered his mercenaries to rape the Libyan women. Weapons never used on human beings before - fifty caliburs, mostly - are commonly seen. Five soldiers were burned alive for refusing to shoot at the protestors. And in spite of all this, very little of it has gotten out to the media. The press cares more about the price of oil rising than the loss of human life. It is our duty to raise awareness for a people who desperately need it. Gaddafi is seeking an electronic blackout to cut off Internet and satellites to the people. We MUST raise awareness while we still can. More information can be found here: http://motherjones.com/mojo/2011/02/whats-happening-libya-explained