Remember that LAST WEEK we noticed the New Yorker writing this story just a bit better than local hacks.
Here's proof of our thesis . . .
Ralph receives prayers at church services. There are three in Kansas City that minister to predominantly Liberian congregations.
His trauma, and its link to American racism, ignited a heightened attention to the emotions and concerns of children among Liberian families.
And he’s the focus of a project by the Liberian community’s bi-state association, which has produced t-shirts with the unequivocal statement: “RINGING A DOORBELL IS NOT A CRIME. #JUSTICE FOR RALPH YARL.”
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
Ralph Yarl Shooting Reverberates in KC's Liberian Community
Ralph Yarl, "Ralphie," as he's sometimes endearingly called, is protectively guarded by hundreds of local Liberians. Not so much by their physical presence, but this son of Liberian-born parents is being cared for in distinctive ways by his immigrant community. It's the Liberian way. Ralph receives prayers at church services.
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