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Deal Surrenders on Syrian Refugee Ban
Gov. Nathan Deal has cancelled an executive order that had attempted to prevent Syrian refugees from settling and getting federal benefits.

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Gov. Nathan Deal has cancelled an executive order that had attempted to prevent Syrian refugees from settling and getting federal benefits.

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