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Flynn explains the situation in a way that makes the plight of all immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers clear and understandable. Though the torture both Bakala and her husband endured in the Congo is horrific, Flynn handles their stories in a sensitive, compassionate way. In addition to their stories, a cogent overview of immigration policy, a rough primer for activism and the details of their legal process toward asylum, Flynn explores her own personal history as a survivor of abuse.
As might be expected from a book written by a nun, the Catholic faith of both the author and the Bakala family are absolutely central to the story; however, this may be the rare book that the staunchest progressive and the most devout Catholic could read together. Arresting and inspiring—a must-read for people of faith, immigration activists and anyone concerned with social justice. There was a problem adding your email address.
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By clicking on "Submit" you agree that you have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Named a Wisconsin Writers Award Honorable Mention What is it like to be a young mother threatened with deportation to the country whose government has imprisoned you and whose soldiers have raped and tortured you? Regina Bakala found herself in just this situation ten years after escaping the Congo and settling in the United States.
Upon arrival, Regina had worked with an immigration lawyer, then joyfully reunited with her husband, also a Congolese torture survivor, and had two children. Life was challenging but full of hope until the night there was a knock at the door and immigration agents burst in. They forced Regina from her home as her family watched, then locked her in prison to await deportation to certain death. Revealing what she uncovered about US immigration policies and the dangers faced by those escaping war crimes, Flynn exposes an America most never see: In their battle for justice, Regina and Josephe not only confronted dangerous obstacles but also reawakened emotions and traumas from the past.
A compelling story of a quest for justice, Rescuing Regina is also a tale of friendship, faith, hope, and the transformative journey of two friends.
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This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Jan 07, Sarah rated it really liked it. I grew up at St. Josephe and the parish community waged to save Regina was one of my first tangible real world lessons in justice, community organizing, advocacy, and the crazy world of US policy on asylees and immigrants. It is a gift years later to get to relive some of the joys and sorrows of that time and to delve into the details Sr.
Josephe testifies to in her writing. The book is a great educator on the political struggle in the Congo in the I grew up at St. The book is a great educator on the political struggle in the Congo in the s and 90s and the experiences of Regina and David as asylees coming to the United States. In reading the book I was flooded with awe at their trauma and courage, and I was inspired once again by Sr. Josephe's willingness to enter into the unknown full of faith and unwavering energy toward saving Regina from deportation. The book does a great job of detailing so many of the complications and injustices within the US asylum system.
Personal connections and lived experience made this book special for me, but I would recommend it for anyone who is interested in asylum issues. Aug 25, Michelle rated it it was amazing Shelves: I could hardly put this one down--one of the best books I've read this year. Unless you are made of stone, however, I guarantee this one will make blood boil. I am heartsick at what our immigration system has become and the damage we, the "Give me your tired, your poor" people, choose to inflict on those who believe our reputation and want to come here.
Perhaps we ought to change the poem on the Statue of Liberty to read "Give me your tired, your poor, your women raped for political purposes, an I could hardly put this one down--one of the best books I've read this year. Perhaps we ought to change the poem on the Statue of Liberty to read "Give me your tired, your poor, your women raped for political purposes, and we will screw up their paperwork, tell them they are liars, rip them from their homes in their pajamas while terrifying their children, and threaten for months to send them to their deaths, all for missing a paperwork notification.
Feb 22, Trisha added it. Apr 28, Julie Capell rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: Anyone interested in social justice.
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Beginning with an account of the arrest of a mother of two, in front of her children, this book recounts the progress or lack thereof of an asylum-seeker through the U. Along the way she is chained, scared witless, given totally inadequ Beginning with an account of the arrest of a mother of two, in front of her children, this book recounts the progress or lack thereof of an asylum-seeker through the U. Along the way she is chained, scared witless, given totally inadequate legal representation, tricked into acting against her own best interests, and called a liar by those who should be trying to understand and help her.
Thankfully, this true story also shows what a community of caring individuals can achieve if their eyes can be opened to the injustices around them. Jul 13, Kathyg rated it it was amazing. Definitely the best book I have read this month-read it in 3 days. Regina escapes to America from the Congo after being raped by soldiers two different times. Fortunately, she eventually ends up Hales Corner, Wisconsin along with her husband-also an asylum seeker--and their Definitely the best book I have read this month-read it in 3 days.
Fortunately, she eventually ends up Hales Corner, Wisconsin along with her husband-also an asylum seeker--and their two children. The family is befriended by the St. Mary's parish and Sister Josephe.
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The faith of all involved is inspiring. I won't say more, so I don't spoil it for you. If you liked Three Cups of Tea you will enjoy this story also. I especially appreciate how the author Sister Josephe supports the story with data and cited sources.