1. Voting in Iraq (March 7, 2010) Despite bombing threats, Iraqi people vote New government will represent diversity within Iraq ¼ positions for women 8 positions for minorities Building a strong government in Iraq may allow U.S. troops to come home after 7 years

2. Voting in Iraq (March 7, 2010) Political disagreements delayed election Militants rebelled by bombing buildings 38 died, but Iraqi Security Forces prevented most attacks Most of Iraq “extremely peaceful” Regardless of threats, 60% of Iraqis voted Iraqi policeman Iraqi women voting