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How Racism Inspired An Immigrant To Write 'Politician Wonderland'

How Racism Inspired An Immigrant To Write 'Politician Wonderland'

A short time ago, Vancouver-based composer, arranger and sound engineer Hooman Depars submitted the following biographical story to us.

July 23, 2020

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