Peace and milk, and perseverance with Abdi Iftin

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Abdi Iftin grew up in war-torn Somalia and moved to Kenya to escape, but was still in danger. He miraculously won the US visa lottery in 2013 and now lives in Maine. He has authored the acclaimed memoir, Call Me American. Abdi is a writer, public speaker, and advocate for immigrants and refugees.

We spoke with Abdi about avoiding capture during Somalia’s tribal wars, winning a Green Card to the US, and growing to love the winters in the East Coast.

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