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Sister City Dreams with Biskra | Kansas City News
Lawrence eyes a sister city bond with Biskra, Algeria—sparked by the Algerian soccer team’s visit—but success hinges on real community grit, not political theater. Drawing from decades-old triumphs with Eutin and Hiratsuka, where student swaps, choirs, and internships thrive, Bill Keel stresses that lasting ties demand dedicated locals willing to roll up their sleeves. Even tiny Elkader, Iowa, revived its Algerian partnership with one person’s relentless effort. While Algeria’s political climate differs sharply from Germany or Japan, Keel champions cross-cultural connection as vital—and…
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