Tucson, Arizona is a city with a population of about 550,000, perhaps best known as home for the University of Arizona. It is also home to Al Basha Grocery, a small provisions store that caters to local Muslims. There are—possibly—some 9,000-to-10,000 Muslims in the greater Tucson area. For context, watch […]
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Economic Turmoil Aggravated by Failed Remittances
Florida is an epicenter of outbound remittances for the Caribbean Basin, large portions of which have now evaporated because of the collapse in the state economy. A challenge is the scope and reach of the informal sector. Undocumented workers are not eligible for state unemployment benefits or federal stimulus checks. […]
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