I was very interested in Laurent Nkunda and politics in the congo after reading earlier blog posts about it and the articles for the exam. This article that I am posting is a quick summary that really contextualizes political figures, including Laurent Nkunda, in the history of the region and the political sphere.
Link to the article: http://www.crikey.com.au/2008/12/02/crikey-clarifier-dumb-questions-for-smart-people-the-congo/
The conflict in the Congo grows right out of the conflict in Rwanda. Also, before we are finished with this class I HIGHLY encourage you to read the book Strength in What Remains by Tracy Kidder over break...the story of a man who escaped from Rwanda and eventually became a doctor in the US. Have a great break everyone!!!!
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