This link http://www.puntlandfuture.com/news.php was also at the bottom of your article that you posted. It is halfway down after the somalian text.
Cheers BB
Puntlanders Welcomed General Abdullahi’s Presidential Bid Minneapolis:
General Abdullahi Ahmed Jama was enthusiastically received by thousands of Puntlanders and other Somalis hailing from throughout the North America and Europe. The huge reception was attended by over 500 cheering—clapping men and women, traditional leaders, former politicians, intellectuals, artists, community leaders, activists, students and ordinary supporters. Amongst the welcoming throngs was the former Puntland President the honorable Mohamed Abdi Hashi. PresidentHashi was once the head of United Somali Party and one of the key founders of the Puntland State. In his speech, he joined others to reiterate his disappointment with the current Puntland Administration, whileunderscoringthe importance of the upcoming elections. They all expressed deep concern regarding proposed plans to prolong term for the incumbent president—Mr. Adde Muse, beyond the 2009 day specified for Puntland's presidentialelection contest. All the speakers showed their enthusiastic support for Jama's candidacy. Former colleagues in the Somali National Armed Forces spoke of his unique leadership qualities andthe general'sextraordinary record of accomplishments. It was pointed out that, though a genuine national hero, Gen. Jama hadrefused to participate in the internecine wars of the so-called civil war that pitted sister Somali communities against one another, whilst many others fully participated in that bloody war. Many speakers spoke of his spotless record and dedication to the common weal. Similarly, about half-a-dozen Somali artists—both men and women—sang about and recited moving poetry about the timeliness of Gen. Jama's candidacy considering the dire need for good governance and his kind transformational leadership in Puntland and throughout Somalia. The General spoke of his quest in simple but unyielding terms of dedication to principle and duty. He emphasized peace, cooperation and development as cornerstones of his campaign and leadership style. Since the Memorial Day weekend events, the news of the General's candidacy has spread far and wide. Considerable pledges of support are reaching the General from many Puntlanders from the Home region as well as all corners of the world. These messages of support are being spearheaded by those jubilant supporters, who know him best.
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