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Dad gives son chess piece at college drop-off, now everyone's crying – Photo credit: Screenshots via Vakisla Milliner

Family, Fatherhood, Popular

Dad hands his son a chess piece at college drop-off and now everyone’s in tears

Jacalyn Wetzel

7/17/2025
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

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