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This book attempts to keep alive hope of a more stable future through political inclusivity, accountability and respect for human rights.
The Taliban in Afghanistan is establishing thousands of new religious schools, which will likely create a generation susceptible to violent extremism.
Western donors and others have not given enough attention to strengthening local civil society actors.
For the Taliban, the state’s main purpose is not protecting individual rights, but making individuals honor their obligations.
At a national level, intra-jihadi competition is likely to ensure a prominent role for Taliban hardliners.
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