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Posted inImmigration

Chicago Welcomes Afghan Refugees, But Many More in Dire Straits are Left Behind

by Max Blaisdell September 29, 2021October 1, 2021

“Our nation made a promise to the brave Afghans that stepped forward to protect our military, diplomatic, and NGO personnel in Afghanistan. Now is the time to keep our promise by evacuating allies and finding safe places for them to live and thrive in the United States.…We invite Afghan refugees to join us in Chicago, […]

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