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Feb 2022
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THE HAPPY HOUR (Video): Reflecting on lo...

Ronnie Chatah
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My appearance on The Happy Hour podcast, hosted by Ramzi Abou Ismail. 0:00 Does story telling shape or reflect public opinion? 3:47 Remembering Martyr Mohammad Chatah: Will justice be achieved? 23:11 Lebanon and sovereignty: A long history of battles. 31:26 Is Hezballah a “security provider” for part of the Lebanese society? 42:15 Are groups trying to domin ... Show More
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