Skateboarding: A Tool for Cultural Diplomacy?

VOA Learning English's "People in America" project tells the stories of living Americans from all corners of the globe, who personify democracy, self-sufficiency, expression and community. Skateboarding involves riding and performing tricks on a small oval board attached to four wheels. It can be considered a recreational activity, an art form, or a method of transportation. For Neftalie Williams, skateboarding is his passion. “When I'm skateboarding, I feel...

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