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Pakistan People Party central chose her slain leader's son and husband to lead the party. It is shocking that PPP chose a man to lead the  party, who is known more for his playboy image than his intellect or politics.

This former play boy and polo star gained notoriety in the Pakistani and international press for taking commission and kickbacks from government contractors during the government of his wife.Michael Hirsh commented on Zardari in his article 'A family affair?' in the Newsweek this way:

Even so, given Bilawal's youth, the role of her husband will no doubt be controversial within the party and in the politics of the country. Zardari is a former playboy and polo star who was labeled "Mr. 10 Percent" in the Pakistani press because of the commissions and kickbacks he allegedly demanded from contractors doing business with the Pakistani government. He  is widely blamed for the tangle of corruption that strangled and cut short Bhutto's two terms in office.

The Party Central committee should have chosen Mr. Fahim to lead the party because he deserves it. But these opportunists chose Zardari and his son to cash in on Benazir Bhutto’s death. Let us see if they can pull votes in country where families and feudal loyalties plays important role in election.

Source: Munaeem's Blog