A family's unrealized dreams reflect the plight of refugees
After a lifetime of losses, they believed America would save them. But their fragile new start in Utah faded into sorrow at the murder of their beloved only daughter. "We came from Burma where we had a lot of trials in our past life. Then we come to America and it happens again."
Chapter 1
After fleeing civil war and living for years in refugee camps, a family endures tragedy in America.
Chapter 2
Hser Ner Moo's parents yearn to confront her accused killer, but are frustrated by delays.
Chapter 4
A year later, a grieving mother worries, "We may not be able to regain the strength we had."
Surprising anguish in America
Across the nation, refugees feel abandoned. The Obama administration is planning changes.
Doubting America's promise
As stories of hardship travel back to refugee camps, some question their chances for a better life.