Hard times for Somali Americans

The World

Political rhetoric targeting Somali Americans is at an all-time high on the campaign trail. Author Abdi Nor Iftin tells The World’s host Marco Werman that Somalis living in Maine are confused and uncertain about why they are increasingly a target of hate.  

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