Fawiza Koofi, who is running for president of Afghanistan, was on The Daily Show last night, promoting her book The Favored Daughter. It’s an excellent interview and it reminds me greatly of what girls like Malala Yousufzai could accomplish if their dreams of education and public service are supported. This book is definitely going on my to-read list ASAP. Check it out:

You can tell Stewart is impressed by her because he actually let her speak!

Watch the extended interview at the Daily Show website: Fawzia Koofi Interview Pt. 2 Fawzia Koofi Part 3