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Photography that opens doors – and minds

Sirlene Machado holds her daughter in Mato Grosso in Brazil, on Jan. 31, 2020. She was interviewed for a story about small landowners in the Amazon.

Looking back on the past year, it may be tempting to remember the challenges wrought by the pandemic, social unrest, and political strife. But as 2020 settles into the rearview mirror, we invite you to explore our photos of the year and see what

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