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2003-12-24 Iraq

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Posted by Chuck Simmins 2003-12-24 1:15:49 PM|| || Front Page|| [5 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 The donation drive was eventually extended to Dec. 15, and the Todds aren't sure how much eventually was sent. But they know that they alone forwarded hundreds of boxes. Donations were made in at least 17 states.

"There was stuff sent that we are just now finding out about," said Dick. "A young 12-year-old girl in Atlanta went out and raised $700."

"Apparently," said Kathy, "she went door to door."

They hear from Scott that Iraqis can't believe the stuff is not coming from the government or the United Nations.

It is simply coming from individual Americans, people with all sorts of political views but one overriding impulse.

So much for the 'Great Satan' eh?

Posted by CrazyFool 2003-12-24 3:42:22 PM|| 2003-12-24 3:42:22 PM|| Front Page Top

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