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Was Hamid Karzai democratically elected?
After the 2004 presidential election, Karzai was declared winner and became President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
What happened after Hamid Karzai was elected in 2004?
After winning a democratic mandate in 2004, it was thought that Karzai would pursue a more aggressively reformist path in 2005. However, Karzai has been more cautious than expected.
Why was Hamid Karzai expected not to be cautious?
What were some highlights from Hamid Kanzai's first term?
The economy of Afghanistan began growing rapidly for the first time in many years. Government revenue began increasing every year, although it is still heavily dependent on foreign aid.
Which countries did Afghanistan under Hamid Karzai receive aid from?
The US, India, and Japan

Question: How did the public feel about his first term?
Self-contained rewrite: How did the public feel about Kamid Karzai's first term?