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Set in the impossibly small town of Hope Springs, the film begins with a narrator letting us know from the start that we are ...

Residents of Wyoming stand out for their generosity, dedicating significant time and resources to charitable activities.

Join the Atlantic Institute for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and prayer as we unite to honor Fethullah Gulen’s ...