Afghan Refugee | VOA Connect

We talk to Abu Baker Samoon, an Afghan refugee, about his journey to the United States. Find out how he is building ties to his new home in America while keeping traditions alive, especially for his kids.

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[chisel]

I wish you and your family lots of blessings

[pittsburghbob]

Look how happy the kids look!! Welcome!!

That’s the right attitude too. You shouldn’t forget your culture and values but immigrants(immigrant children) also have to assimilate into American culture.

My best to you and your family!!

[newshotnews]

Please 🙏🏻😢 help 🙏🏻😭 im From Afghanistan 5

[laylakhan]

Mashallah Allah bless my brothers and sisters in faith

[Jesjai]

Thanks to America, and all Christian nations which offered help !! No other islamic nation helped ?! God bless you guys. Jesus loves you. ❤️

[mnoorist]

If they love Islam so much then they should have stayed in Afghanistan.

[itsmejohnson]

Are they coming out of those black tents atleast now? I really hope they get freedom to say what they want, do what they love. Islam is a dangerous cult mankind is facing and its only becoming more and more evident every day. I hope women leave this faith and come out as bold and dashing individuals and challenge the status quo and make a difference for the greater good(their next generations).

[donnabeuth]

I find it very objectionable when people decide to conduct their religious beliefs in public spaces. Keep it in appropriate religious buildings, or in your own home please. 😠

[monikamichaelis-iwto]

They must think they are in heaven, living in America. Warm housing, beds, food and clothes for everyone. And the women will be free in America. Not to be forced to wear that rag on their head.

[worldlegacy_]

God YAHWE WHO SEND HIS SPIRIT TO SAVE THE MAN, AND YESHUA IS THE ONLY WAY TO THE FATHER, HE IS THE ONLY ONE WHO DEFET SATAN, ..TRUE HIM WE GET TO GOD, YESHUA IS THE VISIBLE FACE OF THE INVISIBLE YAHWE....

[moriuma]

Irritating that the reporter says "you do want your kids to grow up American?" As if they can't be American and Afghan as as well and embody the positives of both cultures. Ignorant comment. Great reply by the brother.

[blueberry]

I’m an ambitious person but my wife should wear a blanket.