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#1695: Graphic Novels and Drawing Deportation | The Best of Our Knowledge

By Lucas Willard,
Jody Cowan
Published March 17, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
Ripley Weaver’s graphic novel For the People I Fight, published by Troy, New York’s Pixel Witch & Strange Dwelling Publishing
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Ripley Weaver’s graphic novel For the People I Fight, published by Troy, New York’s Pixel Witch & Strange Dwelling Publishing

On this episode of The Best of Our Knowledge: a new book aims to build an understanding of the U.S. immigration system by telling the stories of immigrant children through their creative expression; and we’ll learn what it takes to write and illustrate your own comic book.  

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Lucas Willard
Lucas Willard is the Executive Producer of WAMC's Northeast Notebook. After joining the station in 2011, Lucas has held several titles at WAMC, including Berkshire Bureau Chief, Southern Adirondack Bureau Chief, and Assistant News Director.
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Jody Cowan
One of the newest additions to the WAMC team, Jody Cowan has a naturally curious approach to media production and strong passion for story telling. Jody's work is currently showcased on the shows 51% and The Best of Our Knowledge.
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