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(114,904 posts) Wed May 4, 2016, 05:43 PM May 2016

Vermont town welcomes Syrian refugees

Vermont has long welcomed refugees from war torn nations, from Bosnia to Somalia.

The city of Rutland, Vermont, is opening its doors to Syrian refugees.

Mayor Christopher Louras announced Tuesday his community will resettle up to 100 Syrians and other refugees fleeing oppression and violence in their homelands.

The mayor dismissed concerns about possible security risks refugees may pose, saying the federal government rigorously screens refugees.

"Do not give into your fears, because that's all they are - fears and not facts," Louras said.

We have a chance here to do good in the world. We have a chance to be an example. Not just for Vermont, but for the world at large," said William Notte, the president of the Rutland Board Board of Aldermen.

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http://www.necn.com/news/new-england/Rutland-Vermont-Plans-o-Welcome-Syrian-Refugees-377132261.html