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New Beginnings: The Story of Liberians in Minnesota

by e.g. bailey

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New Beginnings: The Story of Liberians in Minnesota (Part 3) 29:29
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For some time now, Minnesota has been a refuge for immigrant communities displaced from their homes due to a variety of circumstances. One of these communities is the Liberian community, which grew rapidly in the aftermath of a series of civil wars that ravished their country. However the story of Liberians in Minnesota does not begin with these civil wars but stretches over more than 50 years. In this radio documentary, we look at this history, along with the growth and development of the community. In a series of conversations with a wide-range of Liberians in Minnesota including Wynfred Russell, Abdullai Kiatamba, Piso Tarr, Yeamah Brewer, Mameneh George and others, in addition to other prominent figures in the community including State Representative Keith Ellison, professor of history Peter Rachleff and theatre director Wendy Knox, this programs provides an overview of where the Liberian community in Minnesota stands today, the contributions it has made to the state and what the future holds. The documentary is produced by Liberian-American artist e.g. bailey, and his partner Sha Cage.

Originally produced for, and aired on, KFAI Fresh Air Radio (www.kfai.org), part of MinneCulture, supported by KFAI and the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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released February 16, 2011

written, narrated and edited by e.g. bailey
produced by e.g. bailey + Sha Cage
Mastered by Hipgnosis

© 2011 Tru Ruts Endeavors

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Amiri Baraka says of E.G. Bailey's work, "He makes language live!."

Deemed a true innovator and visionary of the spoken word art form, he has been called one of the most prolific voices and talents in the Twin Cities.

A recipient of numerous grants, he is currently working with Amiri Baraka on a stage adaptation of Baraka's epic cycle of poems, Wise Why's Y's. ... more

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