What was the most important story of 2013?

December 5, 2013 4:00PM ET

Al Jazeera America readers assess the biggest stories of the past year -- and why they matter.

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Community
Politics
International

As each year comes to a close, it is customary to look back on the events and stories that have shaped people and communities around the world. There are hundreds of events each year, big and small, that affect us personally more than others. We want to hear from you.

What was the most important story of the year to you and why? How were you affected by a particular event or story? 

Were you out of work due to the US government shut down? Did you apply for health insurance through an Obamacare exchange? Are you a gay or lesbian American affected by the Supreme Court's ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act? How do you feel about Edward Snowden's NSA revelations?  

Tell us your story and we'll publish the best submission below. Here's how you can submit your entry:


  1. Send us your submission using the form to the right.

  2. Tweet your story or photos with the hashtag #ajamSOTY.
  3. Email your submission to dominica.lim[at] aljazeera.net. Please include #ajamSOTY in the subject line.

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