Leaving Haiti
The LRB Podcast
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Challenges of Haitian Asylum Seekers in the US
This chapter explores the difficulties faced by Haitian asylum seekers in the United States, including low approval rates and the distinction between asylum seekers and economic migrants. It critiques US policies in Haiti and the Caribbean, delving into historical events like the 1991 coup against Aristide and the impact on food security and rice farmers. The conversation also touches on the displacement crisis in Haiti due to gang violence, the repercussions of UN presence, and the lack of apology or reparations for past harm caused by interventions.
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