Sri Lanka's First Election Since Protests

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Ahead of new election, many are still waiting for change after protests ousted Sri Lanka's last president.

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Two years ago , tens of thousands of Sri Lankans rose up against their president and forced him to flee the country.

As the country prepares for its first election since then, many say they’re still waiting for change.

Many still complain of corrupt leaders, economic mismanagement, and the entrenched power of the political old guard.

People's Struggle Alliance is another leftist political movement vying for a place in Sri Lanka’s political landscape.

The 37-year-old , a member of the minority Tamil community that bore the brunt of the civil war, is helping run a campaign for a candidate.

Arulingam admits her party won't win this election, but she says it won’t hesitate to hit the streets again if politicians fail to meet demands for change.

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