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A St. Cloud, Minn., woman says it's time for a woman to lead Somalia — and she's preparing to run for the position.


Anab Dahir has lived in St. Cloud since 2008 and works as a medical clinic interpreter.


"My goal is, I want to be the woman who is challenging the man," 

, adding that men haven't succeeded in rebuilding the country over the past 25 years.

Somalia's presidential election is set to happen next year after decades of civil war. Signs of stability in recent years and the first recognized central government in years are offering tepid hope for the war-torn nation. A democratic vote by the masses would be one more achievement if it's successful. 


Weber asked her about her visit to Somalia in 2013 and what she saw in her home country:

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Anab Dahir has lived in St. Cloud since 2008 and works as a medical clinic interpreter.

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