As Bangladesh reels from one of its worst bouts of violence since it gained independence in 1971, the video...has come to symbolize the helplessness and defiance of student protesters who have demanded the reform of a system of preferential treatment for coveted government jobs.
The brutal crackdown that began last week has drawn condemnation from human rights groups and left members of the extensive Bangladeshi diaspora heartbroken as they frantically try to contact their families.
On Saturday alone, the police reported that 12 people had died. 'When I pray, I can’t stop my crying,' said Silvia, 36, a Bangladeshi immigrant in New York.
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