America Was Supposed to Hate These Strangers | TMP #1077

There’s a story America keeps telling itself. That we’re angry. That we’re divided. That we’ve forgotten how to welcome people who come from somewhere else. Then a soccer team from Algeria arrived in Lawrence, Kansas. And ruined the whole story. In this Opening Argument, Tony Michaels tells the remarkable true story of how a Midwestern college town embraced visitors from North Africa during the 2026 World Cup. From marching bands learning a foreign national anthem to strangers exchanging jerseys and hugs, Lawrence reminded the country what community looks like. This isn’t a story about politics. It’s a story about people. 🎙️ Presented by Squawk Boss Coffee Before you buy better coffee, learn how to wake up the coffee you already have. Get your FREE Freshness Guide: ☕ https://WakeUpYourCoffee.com 📖 Read more independent journalism: https://www.thecoffmanchronicle.com/p/letter-from-the-editor-serotonin