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'Yugonostalgia' takes hold in Slovenia [audio 8min]

This year, Slovenia celebrated the 15th anniversary of its secession from Yugoslavia. The economy is good, and the country will adopt the euro next year. Slovenia has been hailed as the great Balkan success story. But many look back longingly toward the days when Slovenia was still part of Yugoslavia. For those who feel "Yugonostalgia," life felt better in the days of Josip Broz Tito. Visit webnsite for extended report by Amy Standen, photo, extra audio clips.
Read entire article at NPR "All Things Considered"