U.S. State Dept. Honors Afghan Lawmaker Maryam Durani

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Maryam Durani, a member of the Kandahar Provincial Council, has been named one of 10 International Women of Courage by the U.S. State Department. A day before the March 8 ceremony, Voice of America asked Durani about her work -- she also runs a radio station aimed at helping women understand their rights -- and the risks involved.