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Iraq's younger generations feel shut out of the economy and political process

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Over half of Iraq's 42 million people are under the age of 25 and grew up in the wake of the U.S. invasion. But while this young population could be a driver for growth, many find themselves shut out of Iraq’s oil-rich economy and its political process. Simona Foltyn spoke with three young Iraqis disappointed by the promises of democratic rule.

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U.S. & Canada
Tags
iraq war, iraqi population, post-war generation iraq
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