An Alabama Attorney Observes Egypt's Referendum

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An Egyptian woman a ballot for the constitutional referendum at a polling station in Cairo.
Tara Todras-Whitehill

Egyptians are heading to the polls today and tomorrow to vote in a referendum on the country's proposed new constitution. Observers from all over the world will be in Egypt to make sure the democratic process goes smoothly including an attorney from Alabama. Kathy Johnson is a Birmingham attorney with vast experience in human rights and election work. We spoke to Johnson before she headed to Egypt. She says she'll be accompanied by four security guards during her visit. Alabama Public Radio's Ryan Vasquez asked Johnson if she's worried...

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Ryan Vasquez is a reporter and the former APR host of All Things Considered.