Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa
US President Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his strong grasp of the English language on Wednesday. But the African leader was educated in Liberia, where English is the official language.
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5 viewpointsMany Liberians take offense after Trump praises their leader’s English
Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa
Liberians confused and angry after Trump's 'condescending' praise for Boakai's 'beautiful English'
Trump praised Liberian president's 'beautiful English.' It's been the country's official language since the 1800s.
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9 viewpointsLiberians confused and angry after Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for their leader’s English
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3 articles‘Such good English’: Liberians confused, angry at Trump comments to Boakai
Trump praises English of the leader of Liberia – where English is the official language
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