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During the rule of the Saddam Hussein, whole populations were uprooted and displaced, yet Iraqis still have strong regional affiliations and identify closely with their own towns and villages. Dr. Laith Kubba of the National Endowment for Democracy will describe Iraq's geographical affiliations and identities and their impact on efforts to build a modern, democratic Iraq. In addition to explaining his own research based on recent trips to the region, Kubba, born in Baghdad, will speak from his personal experience.