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World Refugee Day

Top 8 Famous Refugees (SLIDESHOW)

Huffington Post | Posted 07.23.2009 | World

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June 20th was World Refugee Day. Here's our list of some of the most famous refugees ever. Know of other famous refugees? Leave your suggestions i...

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Iraqi Refugees in the United States - In Dire Straits

International Rescue Committee | Posted 07.21.2009 | Politics

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International Rescue Committee

Many people say that now is not the time for America to bring in more Iraqi refugees. I tell them that Iraqi refugees cannot wait for the economy to improve. Resettlement is saving their lives.

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World Refugee Day: After Fleeing Persecution At Home, Asylum Seekers Face Prison-Like Conditions In U.S.

Kelly Nuxoll | Posted 07.21.2009 | World

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Kelly Nuxoll

Like the bulk of people who come to the United States seeking asylum or without correct documentation, Jean-Pierre spent the first phase of his new life as a prisoner.

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Iraq Refugees Look to President's Lincoln and Obama

Luis Carlos Montalván | Posted 07.21.2009 | World

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Luis Carlos Montalván

Why is there still no US-formulated "international strategic plan" to deal with the world's largest refugee crisis caused when our nation invaded Iraq over 6 years ago? On World Refugee Day, we can do better.

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World Refugee Day (SLIDESHOW)

Devon Cone | Posted 07.20.2009 | World

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Devon Cone

Tomorrow on June 20th the world will celebrate and acknowledge World Refugee Day. This is a day to remember all of the refugees worldwide who have be...

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Angelina Jolie Honors World Refugee Day, Talks Family (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Katherine Thomson | Posted 07.20.2009 | Entertainment

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UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie spent Thursday in Washington DC for World Refugee Day, talking about the international crisis and addressing ...

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Angelina Jolie Debuts PSA For World Refugee Day (VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Posted 06.26.2008 | Entertainment

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Angelina Jolie, currently in France awaiting the birth of twins, has filmed a public service announcement for World Refugee Day, which is Friday June ...

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