Sajad Shakoor, a former inmate turned successful restaurateur, delivers Middle Eastern food to Solano State Prison, where he once served time, providing a taste of home for Muslim worshippers and incarcerated individuals. Shakoor’s journey from a life sentence to culinary and spiritual fulfillment is highlighted as he shares his story and delicious dishes with a diverse group of inmates, offering hope and inspiration in a place often devoid of joy. Through his passion for cooking and faith, Shakoor finds purpose and redemption, transforming his own life and those of others within the prison walls.
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Alan K. Simpson, a Folksy Republican Force in the Senate, Dies at 93
Alan K. Simpson, a former Republican senator from Wyoming, died at 93 after struggling to recover from a broken hip and complications from frostbite. Known for his folksy demeanor and controversial remarks, Simpson championed immigration reforms and conservative Supreme Court candidates, while clashing with women's groups, environmentalists, and the press. He had a tumultuous youth, but redeemed himself through a successful political career and bipartisan efforts on issues like immigration and abortion rights. Full Article
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