John Stanikzai: From Afghan Interpreter to Proud U.S. Citizen 🇺🇸
In this powerful episode of Price of Admission, host Tony Haberer reconnects with John Stanikzai—an Afghan-born translator who risked everything during the war in Afghanistan and later became a proud American citizen.
John shares his remarkable journey:
➡️ From growing up in Kabul under conflict
➡️ To working as a combat interpreter for the U.S. Marine Corps
➡️ To legally immigrating and becoming a police officer in Washington State
Together, they unpack John’s views on:
🔹 The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan
🔹 What it really takes to earn U.S. citizenship
🔹 His legal immigration path
🔹 How faith, identity, and service shaped his second chance at life
This episode is a raw and inspiring story of sacrifice, resilience, and patriotism—and a reminder of why America still matters to those who choose it.
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