Rays of Hope
As reported by Iraqis
Multiply that by ten thousand towns, and you've got a measure of progress. But progress is dark matter to the media. You won't see this story on the nightly news.
Sulaimaniyah security officials credit vigilant residents for ensuring this northern city stays free of the violence that plagues the rest of Iraq.
Up to 70 people call the authorities each day to report suspicious incidents. Though some tips don’t check out – such as the car with blood on its tires that turned out to be from the chicken slaughtered in honour of the new vehicle – others have saved lives.
Multiply that by ten thousand towns, and you've got a measure of progress. But progress is dark matter to the media. You won't see this story on the nightly news.
