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Crisis in the Horn of Africa
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Across the eastern Horn of Africa, more than 11 million people -- a number greater than the populations of Houston and New York City combined -- are now in need of emergency assistance to survive. Learn more about the current crisis, including how you can help.
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Was is really necessary for Clinton to visit to demonstrate the U.S. interest in these countries? Was she carrying a big bag of money to give them?
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