1. And this aid from Christian extremist groups worldwide explains the swelling of SPLA/SPLM ranks to 50,000 plus, from the peak of 12 poorly equipped and loosely commanded units consisting of 12,000 men in all, in the mid–1'80‘s and the financing of his ‘Voice of Hope‘ clandestine radio station, operated by Christian extremists from neighboring Uganda.

2. Black music‘s origins are found in the work songs and spirituals that bore witness to the cruelty of bondage and the strength of faith. In the strains of those songs, we hear the voice of hope in the face of injustice. From those roots, black music has grown into a diverse collection of styles, and it continues to evolve today. Black music captures a part of the American spirit and continues to have a profound impact on our country.

3. Ebadi travels throughout U.S. promoting her memoir By Karl Fritz Washington File Special Correspondent Washington –– Iranian Nobel Peace Laureate Shirin Ebadi offers a cautious voice of hope for the prospects of a better and more democratic future in Iran.
'4; The human rights lawyer told a Washington audience, "I am an optimist on democracy in Iran because I am optimistic regarding the people of Iran and confident that they will push for change." Ebadi has been an outspoken advocate for human rights in Iran, particularly on behalf of women and children.
'4; Formerly a judge, she and other women judges were removed from the bench when, following the 1'7' revolution, government officials deemed women to be too emotional to administer justice fairly.