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Despite the on going war in the Congo – and being forced to live in an over-crowded displaced peoples camp, this refugee remains hopeful for peace.

Alfred celebrates his homecoming with family members.

Protest against the death penalty.

An exhausted Margaux Palmer watches Republican delegates celebrate following the weeklong convention Philadelphia. The local TV news intern averaged 18-hour workdays throughout the week.

Alfred, overwhelmed with emotion in his new home, is comforted by his orphanage mother. She cared for him for over four years and accompanied him to his parent’s home.

The Texas delegation celebrates after Gov. George W. Bush accepts the GOP’s nomination for president during the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia.

Alfred’s family listens to how he survived over the years.

Christebbe Kayemba, dressed in her Sunday best, attends services at the “Army of Victory” church in Kinshasa, Congo. Many of the 50 million Congolese, who are at war, have turned to religion during the conflict.

As the stimulants in methamphetamine take over, Phipps channels her nervous energy through constant application of makeup. Many users’ homes are cluttered with unfinished projects.

“I hate the taste of it,” Amber said, after exhaling a hit of meth. “All methamphetamine is, is an excuse. It’s a big-time crutch.”