<p>"The government is not supportive of me.... (Living in Iraq) if you have a disability, or mentally ill, it's better for you to die..."<br>
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Sensing the chance to finally leave Iraq again, Ahmed describes the back and forth struggle getting the proper arrangements completed to return to the U.S. and get the life and care he desires.</p>

"The government is not supportive of me.... (Living in Iraq) if you have a disability, or mentally ill, it's better for you to die..." Sensing the chance to finally leave Iraq again, Ahmed describes the back and forth struggle getting the proper arrangements completed to return to the U.S. and get the life and care he desires.

Season 1 | Ep. 11 - One More Try

Ahmed Shareef was born twice. After surviving an explosion in Iraq which took his vision and half his right arm, Ahmed lives to share the tale of his life, one of most unique and improbable stories of perseverance you'll ever hear. Hosted by his friend Eric Ransom, the two document the entirety of Ahmed's incredible journey just as two buddies in casual conversation would. Topics range from the serious to the hilarious, including his experiences in Iraq and the United States, his love of playing music, and all the unexpected, down and dirty details in-between.

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