This weekend, a major earthquake hit Haiti. It is the second crisis to befall the Caribbean nation is just over a month — its president was assassinated in July.
The earthquake’s aftermath has been dire, with little help getting through to those most affected.
We hear what life has been like for Haitians reeling from the destruction.
Guest: Maria Abi-Ha ... Show More
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