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‘The American Dream’: How an Afghan immigrant became a lifeline for 200+ families
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July 5, 2026
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8:00Now PlayingTrue patriotism isn’t about waving a flag or lighting fireworks; it’s about showing up for your community. That belief is what guided Saeed Taraky, Founder and President of the Afghan Community of Erie, PA after fleeing from the Taliban in Kabul with his family in 2021. Since moving to the U.S., Taraky has organized support for over 200 Afghan families, helping them “become self-sufficient and achieve The American Dream.”
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