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The LRB Podcast

Leaving Haiti

Apr 10, 2024
43:56
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Pooja Bhatia discusses Haitian immigration to Chile and the US, US immigration policy, challenges faced by Haitian refugees, issues with deportation to Haiti, and the implications of asylum laws covering an entire nation.
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  • Haitian refugees face perilous journeys due to political instability and violence, seeking safety in different countries.
  • US immigration system poses legal complexities and hurdles for Haitian asylum seekers, leaving many in limbo.

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The Desperate Journey of Haitian Refugees

Haitian refugees faced with political instability, economic struggles, and extreme violence have embarked on dangerous journeys to seek safety. Political turmoil, assassinations, and gang control have made life in Haiti increasingly perilous, forcing many to flee. A woman, known as M, who was a market seller, exemplifies the struggles faced by Haitians, including being beaten, robbed, and forced to flee the country due to lack of justice and safety. Haitians have taken perilous routes through South America to seek refuge, with many facing harrowing challenges on their journey to the US-Mexico border.

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