[State Department] On this day three years ago, hundreds of thousands of Sudanese people embarked on a peaceful sit-in, demanding the opportunity to shape their country's destiny. The sit-in included Sudanese from all walks of life and all parts of the country: doctors and farmers, women and youth, people hailing from different backgrounds and speaking different languages. Sudan's peaceful protesters inspired the world with their courage and sacrifice. The United States shared their joy as Sudan began the difficult process o