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“The travel ban that was imposed by the [Donald Trump] administration is a very direct reverberation of 9/11.”

Quote by Peter van Agtmael

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Peter van Agtmael

Peter van Agtmael is a renowned photographer known for his unique perspective and profound exploration of social and political issues. Born in 1981, he has been active in the photography world since the early 2000s. His work often focuses on social and political topics, documenting life across different cultural and social backgrounds. more

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