Arar's wife explains her candidacy

Not quite breaking news but interesting.

What makes Monia run? (Arar's wife)
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A year and a half ago, I'd been happily married for eight years, had just had my second child and had finished a PhD in finance. We went on holiday to Tunisia to visit my extended family. It was the calm before the storm.
On his way home, my husband, Maher Arar, a Syrian-born Canadian, was unjustly deported to Syria. Suddenly, I became the centre of media attention. I felt as though my soul was once again thrown into a storm and I had to struggle back to the shore.
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Having a PhD in finance does not make me a neo-con; I am interested in the importance of social justice.My decision to enter politics might have been a surprise for some. For me, it is the next natural step. Not only do I want to ensure fairness and equity in the political decision-making process in Canada, I also want to help other Canadians. Peace, equality and security are our birthright and our collective responsibility.
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