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This jibes with my long standing conviction that when dealing with MAGATs, rebutting them with facts does no good (that part is well known to the point of cliche). You have to counter with NARRATIVE that embodies those facts. And narrative is not the same as plot. In a narrative plot combines with character to present a convincing story. Glad to see that Aftab realized this and achieved such success.

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Not to be a pest but since I live here I'll comment that it's Beavercreek, one word, not Beaver Creek. ;)

Great lesson though. Thanks for sharing.

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I will edit it!

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I love that his American immigrant story still has the power to inspire!

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This brought tears to my eyes. Thank you. It really is all about the personal story.

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A fun, informative post, David.

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Great post! I just signed up for a fascinating free training series called "NC All Aboard: The Training Series - Telling your story and Joe’s" and Kamala's. It's hosted by NC Victory 2024 on Thursday, 4/18 from 7-8pm. I hope others will join! NC is an important swing state. For more info and sign up: https://events.democrats.org/event/620032/

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