A firestorm erupts in Lewiston, Maine, after the mayor sends a letter to Somali refugees, warning that the city's resources are strained and asking others not to move there. The letter sparks both outrage and support, culminating in a hate rally and a counter peace rally with 4,000 residents advocating for diversity.
The Letter: An American Town and the 'Somali Invasion'
The arrival of 1,100 Somali refugees in Lewiston, Maine, following 9/11 sparks a cultural shift in the predominantly white community, sparking controversy.
