Los Angeles is home to the largest population of Filipinos outside of the Philippines. The long arm of American imperialism played a role in these current demographics.
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Los Angeles is home to the largest population of Filipinos outside of the Philippines. The long arm of American imperialism played a role in these current demographics.
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The story of Albany, Georgia, is the story of American health care.
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Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators. n.pr/48brg8f
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