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Trump, Liberia and Boakai

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Liberians confused and angry after Trump's 'condescending' praise for Boakai's 'beautiful English'
"President Trump was condescending, he was very disrespectful to the African leader.”Kula Fofana, spokesperson for Boakai's office, told The Associated Press: “I believe that as journalists, it is important to focus on the substantive discussions at the summit.

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‘Such good English’: Liberians confused, angry at Trump comments to Boakai
Trump praises English-speaking Liberian president’s English
President Trump complimented the president of Liberia on his English, apparently unaware that it’s the country’s official language.

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Watch: Trump praises Liberian president's English, the country's official language
Trump asks Liberian president where he learned English, his country's official language
Trump praises Liberian President’s English, the official language of the West African nation
President Donald Trump was hosting West African leaders in Washington, where he praised the English of President of Liberia Joseph Boakai and asked where he learned it.

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Trump Praises Liberian President’s English — Even Though It’s the Country’s Official Language
Trump praises Liberian leader's mastery of English, his native language
"Such Good English": Trump’s Comment To Liberia’s President Sparks Backlash — English Is The Country’s Official Language
Founded in 1822 by freed African Americans, Liberia has spoken English as its official language ever since — making Trump’s remark deeply tone-deaf.
Liberia's Boakai apologises to war victims, honours slain presidents
Liberian President Joseph Boakai has launched what his office describes as an unprecedented reconciliation campaign, overseeing memorial services for two assassinated presidents and issuing the government's first apology to war victims.
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Liberia: Boakai's U.S. Trip May Bring Domestic Gains
Liberia's Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah says President Joseph Boakai's recent trip to the United States is likely to generate significant domestic benefits, even as public concerns mount over the value and implications of the visit.
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Liberia's new president takes office with a promise to 'rescue' Africa ...
Liberia's new President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has been sworn into office after a narrow win in the November elections to become the country's oldest-ever president.
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Rep. Crockett Slams Trump’s ‘Racist’ Remark to Liberian President at White House | Video
Crockett accuses Trump of racism for praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai’s English, despite it being Liberia’s official language.
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President Boakai Launches National Healing and Unity Program
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has officially launched the National Healing, Reconciliation and Unity Program, a major initiative aimed at addressing the legacy of Liberia's civil wars and promoting long-term peace and national cohesion.
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