Elizabeth at EBAFF, Bronx, NY

06/03/2008

The United Nations estimates that the recent fighting has forced about 45,000 people to flee their homes in Darfur, which is roughly the size of Texas and has a population of about six million people. Some fled to Chad, where they have not been able to reach the safety of refugee camps because of continued bombing along the border. Others fled to Jebel Moun, a rebel stronghold to the east, and aid workers fear for the safety of about 20,000 people who are in the path of future attacks if the government presses ahead with its offensive and the rebels vow to resist.

I think that 45,000 has been alot of people. I also think that it was good that some people moved to other places for their safety. I think that things are going on in Darfur are very dangerous. I know that people are very scared. I also think that there is alot of violence in Darfur. 

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