On the front line of democracy.

The article notes the historic significance of the May 11, 2013 election in Pakistan wherein a civilian government completed its full term and power was transferred to anther civilian government, a first in the nation's history. It elaborates on the verdict of the national and international observers, which included an eight-person Commonwealth team led by Sir Dougg Kidd. It also indicates that despite being marred with violence, the election was a creditable expression of the people's will.