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Associated Press - June 20, 2009 9:05 AM ET
FREMONT, Neb. (AP) - Organizers of a Fremont campaign designed to promote unity are gearing up for the effort's first event.
The "Nebraska Is Home" campaign launched earlier this month. That came a year after a public debate over illegal immigration packed a city auditorium and fueled an intense policy discussion that continues today.
The campaign is under way in a handful of cities across the state. It recognizes the contributions of immigrants and uses posters and billboards to spread messages of shared values among diverse groups.
Organizers are inviting community members to a potluck picnic June 28 on the Midland Lutheran College campus. They say they hope the event will spark conversation and help community members learn more about each other.
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