Earlier this week, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has increased the political rights for women. Starting next term (this Thursday), these woman will be allowed to vote and run in municipal elections. They will also be allowed to be appointed to Saudi Arabia's most influential council (Shura council). This is a great leap forward, because in their personal and working lives, women have faced severe restrictions. They aren't allowed to drive or leave the country alone. For activists, this news was happily welcomed. After 20 years of campaigning about driving, guardianship, and voting, they have finally achieved something.
According to me, this change could have great influence in the lives of Saudi Arabians, as well as many people around the world. Whenever I read news like this, I know that the world is becoming a better place. Soon, other barriers against women will also be removed and women will have equal rights.
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